ration

Example Sentences

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While men continued to do state-sanctioned jobs, even as their pay and rations dwindled, it was women who looked for ways to feed their families.

From BBC

"Extreme rationing" could be introduced, he says, but draconian restrictions are already in place.

From BBC

If King Barf is pleased with our gold, he sends us extra food for rations.

From Literature

Sugar rationing in the UK ended in September 1953, creating a natural comparison between children born before and after that policy change.

From Science Daily

Soldiers burn on average over 7,000 calories in this cold when doing only moderate exercise, far surpassing even the most energy-intensive ration packs.

From The Wall Street Journal