- present participle of allocate.
allocating
Example Sentences
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That feature is the prime rationale for the 60/40 portfolio, a classic investment strategy allocating 60% to stocks for growth and 40% to fixed-income for security and stability.
From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026
Jane Street has invested alongside Situational Awareness in venture deals in addition to allocating to its hedge fund.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
You mentioned that you’re allocating 10% of your monthly pay toward your move.
From MarketWatch • May 30, 2026
While many advocates support allocating the money quickly, it leaves little for future years.
From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026
He hated allocating jobs, he wished he never had to depend on other people to perform some of the services necessary in his work.
From "The Milagro Beanfield War" by John Nichols
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