earmarked

Example Sentences

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Comcast earmarked over 5 billion pounds for construction over an estimated five years and an extra billion pounds for the resort’s first decade.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Supervisor Kathryn Barger, the board’s lone opponent of the tax, said she was concerned it was a “general” tax, meaning the money wouldn’t be earmarked for healthcare costs.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

A NZ$150 million strategic fuel reserve has been put in place, with an additional NZ$450 million earmarked for temporary support if supplies worsen.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

They have been earmarked for possible clearance at the taxpayers' expense as part of the government's waste crime action plan.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Although originally earmarked for shipyard workers and defense employees like Dorothy, the neighborhood was starting to attract Negroes from all income classes.

From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly