portion

Example Sentences

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At the same time, a notable portion originates from southern regions including southern Indonesia, Malaysia, and Indochina.

From Science Daily • Apr. 9, 2026

He then listed the medication, though that portion of the footage was redacted.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

The tax benefits are significant, and help ensure that a higher portion of your estate passes to children tax-free.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

“What was needed of the Fact Finder was a dive into the financial analysis of both parties to determine what portion of the budget could be allocated to these needs,” wrote the union’s Brian McNamara.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

That said and duly recorded on one portion of his soul, Jefferson concurred that a diplomatic leak of that message satisfied his conscience.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis