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allocating

VERB

assign; divide among

Synonyms

STRONGEST

allot apportion appropriate designate earmark give set aside

STRONG

admeasure budget cut share slice

WEAK

dish out divvy mete

Antonyms

STRONGEST

hold keep withhold

WEAK

keep together

Example Sentences

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A balanced portfolio in your mid-70s means allocating 40% to 50% to bonds, if you’re playing your septuagenarian retirement planning by the book.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

While many advocates support allocating the money quickly, it leaves little for future years.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

Many advisors recommend allocating a quarter of your equity portfolio outside the U.S.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

There’s no automated formula for allocating IPO shares, bankers say.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

Congress had signaled its enthusiasm for an expanded AEC program by allocating the agency a healthy budget for research, he explained.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik