allotted

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Pheu Thai was allotted nine minister jobs, including agriculture, labour, education and social development.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum even sent a letter to her South Korean counterpart, Lee Jae Myung, asking that Mexico City get more than its allotted three shows in May.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

"Without a robust and urgent roadmap, there is a real risk this inquiry will not be able to fulfil its statutory objectives in the allotted time," she warned.

From BBC • Feb. 17, 2026

In the lab, each person attempted to solve a series of brain teaser puzzles, with three minutes allotted per puzzle.

From Science Daily • Feb. 15, 2026

We had been allotted to one of the recently formed regiments, but were first to be sent back for equipment to the garrison, not to the reinforcement-depot, or course, but to another barracks.

From "All Quiet on the Western Front: A Novel" by Erich Maria Remarque