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allocated

[al-uh-key-tid] / ˈæl əˌkeɪ tɪd /
ADJECTIVE
distributed
Synonyms
STRONGEST
appropriated assigned dispersed scattered shared
STRONG
allotted apportioned budgeted dealt diffuse dispensed divided rationed
WEAK
doled out given away handed out spread evenly
ADJECTIVE
placed
Synonyms
STRONGEST
arranged fixed implanted located planted settled situated
STRONG
allotted based deposited installed lodged occupying positioned quartered rated set stationed stored stowed

Example Sentences

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The coach was "paid by the European Parliament from the budget allocated to MEPs", the complaint added.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

Because this money was allocated directly to the resident-funded landslide abatement districts, the city won’t directly benefit from this allotment.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

Many production lines are allocated to HBM, which takes up more capacity compared with conventional memory.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

It allocated £445m for seven new train stations in Wales, but specific funding for other projects is yet to be announced.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

"We allocated one hundred grams for luxury items. There are some handwritten letters from Mark's family, a note from the President, and a USB drive filled with music from all ages."

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir