as in distributed
to give out (something) to appropriate individuals
portioned out the medical supplies equally
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Recent Examples of portioned
Inside, Bob McCarthy portioned out the dinners into takeout containers.
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Emily M. Olson, Hartford Courant, 18 Mar. 2026
For the fastest possible morning, prep individual freezer bags with the fruit and spinach portioned out ahead of time.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 10 Mar. 2026
These personally portioned chicken pot pies ensure everyone gets the same amount of comfort food.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2026
Shortly before serving, the blocks of compressed spuds are portioned and fried until the edges shatter like glass but the interior remains soft.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 4 Mar. 2026
However, either nut can fit into a balanced, nutritious diet and can support weight control when portioned mindfully.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 6 Feb. 2026
Some are portioned for two; others are larger mains for a family affair; and there are plenty of delicious options for people taking the special occasion to celebrate their one-and-only selves.
—Joe Sevier, Bon Appetit Magazine, 6 Feb. 2026
Goldsmith noted saturated fat should still be portioned, even if not completely cut out.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 18 Jan. 2026
Both can be a part of a heart-healthy snack when portioned well.
—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 9 Jan. 2026
Emily M. Olson, Hartford Courant, 18 Mar. 2026
For the fastest possible morning, prep individual freezer bags with the fruit and spinach portioned out ahead of time.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 10 Mar. 2026
These personally portioned chicken pot pies ensure everyone gets the same amount of comfort food.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2026
Shortly before serving, the blocks of compressed spuds are portioned and fried until the edges shatter like glass but the interior remains soft.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 4 Mar. 2026
However, either nut can fit into a balanced, nutritious diet and can support weight control when portioned mindfully.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 6 Feb. 2026
Some are portioned for two; others are larger mains for a family affair; and there are plenty of delicious options for people taking the special occasion to celebrate their one-and-only selves.
—Joe Sevier, Bon Appetit Magazine, 6 Feb. 2026
Goldsmith noted saturated fat should still be portioned, even if not completely cut out.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 18 Jan. 2026
Both can be a part of a heart-healthy snack when portioned well.
—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 9 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for portioned
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Then, when Lent ended right before Easter, the eggs would be distributed to the Church and the less fortunate, or eaten in celebration of the holiday.—
Catherine Messier,
The Providence Journal,
31 Mar. 2026
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Donor organs are distributed locally first and, if no match is found, are then offered regionally, then nationally.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
31 Mar. 2026
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During one recent stop at the ArtPrize event, Zelenak said more than 3,000 acts of kindness were dispensed before the machine ran out.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
31 Mar. 2026
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The federal government ultimately paid more than $6 million for prescription drugs that were never dispensed, according to the DOJ.—
Sergio Candido,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Instead, their estate will be divided amongst my siblings and the portion that would be mine will go to a charity of my parent’s choice.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
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We’re divided over politics, over the climate, over the Beckhams.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
4 Apr. 2026
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These answers are provided here to allow candidates to speak directly to our readers.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
6 Apr. 2026
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The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 Apr. 2026
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Elders promised that roughly $15 million of the church’s $100 million annual revenue would be allocated to international missionary work, according to the lawsuit.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 Apr. 2026
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Parking Approximately 16,600 spaces will be allocated for general spectator parking around the stadium on Match Days.—
S.E. Jenkins,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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The therapy remained effective even when administered a week after the initial injury, providing hope for patients who do not receive immediate treatment, the researchers also found.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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Since July, the Chief Rabbinate has stalled and has not administered any exams.—
Rabba Sara Hurwitz,
Sun Sentinel,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Portioned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/portioned. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.
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