Example Sentences
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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
It was a big meal for France but it seemed very carefully apportioned after Spain.
From "The Sun Also Rises" by Ernest Hemingway
