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Allocating

Verb / ˈælʌˌkeɪtɪŋ / Another word for allocating — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Allocating means to set aside or distribute resources or tasks for a specific purpose.

Synonyms & similar words

allocate apportion assigning distributing apportioning allotting delegating designating earmarking giving granting rationing sharing dividing portioning dispensing

Example sentences

  1. The company is allocating funds for a new project.
  2. The teacher is allocating different assignments to each student in the classroom.
  3. The government is allocating resources for disaster relief.
  4. The manager is allocating tasks to each employee for the day.
  5. The coach is allocating playing time for each athlete on the team.

Quotes

  • The budget is a moral document that allocates resources based on our priorities.
  • The test of a good teacher is not how many questions he can ask his pupils that they will answer readily, but how many questions he inspires them to ask him which he finds it hard to answer.
  • We cannot allocate funds to support every worthy program, so we must set priorities and make difficult choices.

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