allot
verb (used with object)
to divide or distribute by share or portion; distribute or parcel out; apportion.
has allotted
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present perfectof allot (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Its current budget, for their fiscal year ending in June, has allotted another $317,425 to pay both firms.
From New York Times ● Jan. 12, 2024
During the Super Bowl, the code changes to “FREE ZERO” at the same number; the company has allotted 10 million sodas to the giveaway.
From Washington Times ● Jan. 13, 2023
For that reason, the government has allotted an initial figure of some 15 million dollars to secure pig farms.
From Washington Post ● Jul. 17, 2022
The programme has allotted more than $50 billion in quotas via local governments since it was launched in 2013.
From Reuters ● May 10, 2022
Eternal youth is in her heart, but she has a character gracefully to accept the years that Providence has allotted her and that only serve to make her more lovely.
From Molly Brown's Orchard Home by Nell Speed
