appropriation

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The Mexican government has taken on famous brands such as Adidas, Shein, Zara and Carolina Herrera for the alleged cultural appropriation of traditional designs.

From Barron's • Jan. 2, 2026

These are de facto sovereign-wealth funds administered without an appropriation or legislation from Congress.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 21, 2025

Penn State asked for, and was approved to receive, some $410.5 million in state appropriation funding for the 2026-’27 year.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 13, 2025

Those sensations trended toward a broader embrace — and appropriation — of Eastern culture among American artists.

From Salon • Sep. 17, 2025

The directors of the Exposition Company did decide to seek a direct appropriation from Congress, but their request triggered a congressional investigation of the fair’s expenditures.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson