allotment

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Treasury market, elevated deficits and a perceived lack of demand, Treasury’s auction allotment data has shown foreign investor allocations at Treasury auctions rising in recent months, TD Securities U.S. rates strategists say.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 11, 2026

Shields pointed out that IID and local farmers are already conserving, and this year the savings will equal about 23% of the district’s total water allotment.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 13, 2025

McCarthy says their federal food allotment is down 35%.

From Salon • Oct. 11, 2025

If Dan Pembroke isn't at the track, you will probably find him at his allotment.

From BBC • Sep. 25, 2025

There was an allotment, which nobody looked after, and nettles grew, waist-high.

From "I'm the King of the Castle" by Susan Hill