apportioned

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District Judge Thomas M. Durkin ordered that the settlement funds, which totaled $7.5 million, be apportioned to each client as soon as possible.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 5, 2026

Because of that distrust, the founders carefully apportioned responsibility over the “militia” — today’s National Guard — between the federal government and the states.

From Salon • Nov. 17, 2025

A chunk of blame is being apportioned to the chancellor's fiscal rules – and to the chancellor herself.

From BBC • Jun. 25, 2025

Lights in ruby and other jewel tones cast menacing shadows across elegantly apportioned rooms that feel alive.

From New York Times • Jan. 31, 2024

So many opportunities in this country are apportioned in this arbitrary and miserly way, distributed to those who already have the benefit of a privileged legacy.

From "The Other Wes Moore: One Name, Two Fates" by Wes Moore