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as in entrusted
to give a task, duty, or responsibility to
assigned the class with the task of finding something in the state constitution they felt needed changing
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as in allotted
to give as a share or portion
each new employee is assigned a cubicle and a computer
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as in ceded
to give over the legal possession or ownership of
assigned all rights to and royalties from the song to the Boy Scouts
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as in appointed
to pick (someone) by one's authority for a specific position or duty
the mayor assigned the panel with the task of luring a major sports franchise to the city
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Recent Examples of assigned
And the attorneys who are assigned are often spread thin and unable to provide quality representation, let alone peer support.
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Raynee Howell, Oklahoma Watch, 9 Feb. 2026
If your complaint is regarding quality of service, it may be investigated and assigned to a supervisor.
—Matthew Cupelli, Cincinnati Enquirer, 9 Feb. 2026
On the first day of school during Black History Month, Ruth Duran assigned her sixth graders in the Bronx the story of a key figure overlooked in most history books.
—Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 8 Feb. 2026
The multiplier is automatically included and randomly assigned for every play at the time of purchase.
—Tanya Wildt, Freep.com, 7 Feb. 2026
According to Prescott, Blanchette determined that the license plates on the Accord allegedly did not match the vehicle but were assigned to a black BMW.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 7 Feb. 2026
City leaders, meanwhile, are actively encouraging residents to report complaints about the ICE facility and federal agents assigned there, including claims of excessive force related to riot response.
—Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 7 Feb. 2026
Senate Bill 2797 has been assigned to the Illinois Senate Health and Human Services Committee, but has yet to receive a vote in committee.
—Megan De Mar, CBS News, 7 Feb. 2026
At the end of the study, about 45% of the 105 patients who were randomly assigned to the early treatment group were still alive, compared with about 15% of the 105 who were assigned to the group treated later in the day.
—Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 6 Feb. 2026
Raynee Howell, Oklahoma Watch, 9 Feb. 2026
If your complaint is regarding quality of service, it may be investigated and assigned to a supervisor.
—Matthew Cupelli, Cincinnati Enquirer, 9 Feb. 2026
On the first day of school during Black History Month, Ruth Duran assigned her sixth graders in the Bronx the story of a key figure overlooked in most history books.
—Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 8 Feb. 2026
The multiplier is automatically included and randomly assigned for every play at the time of purchase.
—Tanya Wildt, Freep.com, 7 Feb. 2026
According to Prescott, Blanchette determined that the license plates on the Accord allegedly did not match the vehicle but were assigned to a black BMW.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 7 Feb. 2026
City leaders, meanwhile, are actively encouraging residents to report complaints about the ICE facility and federal agents assigned there, including claims of excessive force related to riot response.
—Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 7 Feb. 2026
Senate Bill 2797 has been assigned to the Illinois Senate Health and Human Services Committee, but has yet to receive a vote in committee.
—Megan De Mar, CBS News, 7 Feb. 2026
At the end of the study, about 45% of the 105 patients who were randomly assigned to the early treatment group were still alive, compared with about 15% of the 105 who were assigned to the group treated later in the day.
—Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 6 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for assigned
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This is predicated on the bedrock principle that boards of directors are entrusted to oversee management of companies and are best equipped to decide how to balance company objectives, not single-purpose organizations who see everything through a narrow, black or white decision-making prism.—
Robert Profusek,
Fortune,
11 Feb. 2026
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Zoe was touched that Hannah entrusted her with such precious pieces—especially something as personal as her mom’s wedding dress.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
9 Feb. 2026
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Within two days, 68% of that amount had already been allotted.—
Tony Briscoe,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Since modern-era finalists are only allotted 20 years of eligibility, Woodson will have only two more opportunities to get into the Hall of Fame before having to move to the much larger and more competitive senior category.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 Feb. 2026
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McCalla and his friend ceded the space and found another about 100 feet away.—
Bay Area News Group,
Mercury News,
10 Feb. 2026
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Arrington struggled against the Seahawks’ length at receiver, so Bill Belichick replaced him with Logan Ryan, who ceded too much cushion before backpedaling into the end zone and allowing an easy Chris Matthews touchdown catch to tie the game, 14-14, with two seconds left in the first half.—
Jeff Howe,
New York Times,
7 Feb. 2026
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The next year, he was appointed sheriff, but lost an election in 2016 to retain the position.—
Peter D'Abrosca , Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
8 Feb. 2026
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Its members are appointed by the governor, attorney general, legislative leaders, DCF’s top executive and the associations representing cities and counties.—
Jeffrey Schweers,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 Feb. 2026
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Producer Josh Veltrie was tasked with listening to those audio feeds and highlighting air-worthy moments.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
9 Feb. 2026
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As reported, Nicola Zotta was appointed president of eyewear and managing director of both companies, tasked with steering their integration and chart the next phase of growth.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
9 Feb. 2026
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Hunters can get Private Land Management tags issued by CDFW to the Conservancy, and the organization allocated around 500 tags a year between 2010 and 2023.—
Kris Millgate,
Outdoor Life,
6 Feb. 2026
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That final $200 million in equity will be allocated to Arctos employees by 2028, subject to vesting through 2033.—
Luisa Beltran,
Sportico.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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Alekseyev has been transferred to a city hospital, the Investigative Committee statement said.—
Anna Chernova,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
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He was held in the Jay County Jail before being transferred to another facility on a federal warrant.—
Kayla Dwyer,
IndyStar,
5 Feb. 2026
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Hawke, who disappears into the role of Hart, is also nominated for an Academy Award for best actor.—
Trey Williams,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Feb. 2026
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Her name has been circulated alongside other prominent women leaders, including former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet, who was formally nominated by her country earlier this month.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Assigned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assigned. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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