portions
Example Sentences
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The loan officer has advised his grandmother and aunt to give me their portions, which I will deposit into my account.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026
Researchers analyzed large portions of the mouse genome, monitoring both genetic sequences and 12 previously recognized patterns of inherited DNA methylation.
From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026
Firefighters on Friday reissued evacuation orders and expanded the zone to include portions of the cities of Garden Grove, Anaheim, Buena Park, Cypress, Stanton and Westminster.
From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026
Prosecutors said the founders and operators of StraightPath misappropriated about $130 million, including paying themselves $75 million in nearly equal portions.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026
But instead, Violet, Klaus, and Sunny found that fresh raspberries had been sprinkled on top of each of their portions.
From "The Bad Beginning" by Lemony Snicket
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