ration
noun
a fixed allowance of provisions or food, especially for soldiers or sailors or for civilians during a shortage.
have rationed
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present perfectof ration.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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Blackouts have hit Pakistan, the Philippines has imposed a four-day workweek, and countries including Slovenia and Bangladesh have rationed fuel.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 4, 2026
He is the lead author of a paper last year that found more than 1 million American adults with diabetes have rationed their use of insulin in the preceding year.
From Washington Post ● Mar. 1, 2023
Some insulin users have rationed the drug because of its expense and risk numerous health complications as a result.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 4, 2022
Advertisement Since Monday, when officials began distributing emergency supplies at fire stations, thousands of people have streamed in, and aid workers have rationed lead testing kits, one per person, for fear of running out.
From New York Times ● Jan. 15, 2016
Several Irish counties also faced severe shortages and state councils have rationed water in many areas, provoking anger from restaurants, pubs and hotels which are likely to be affected over New Year's eve.
From Reuters ● Dec. 29, 2010
