parcel (out)

verb

Definition of parcel (out)next
as in to distribute
to give out (something) to appropriate individuals parceled out the assignments for work on the parish fair

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for parcel (out)
  1. distribute
  2. dispense
  3. provide
  4. divide
  5. allocate
  6. portion
  7. administer
  8. hand out
Verb
  • Within days, Chef José Andrés’ World Food Kitchen had set up a hub in Asheville, N.C., to distribute food and drinkable water, both in short supply.
    William P. Barrett, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Their plan is to distribute Thomas Pink internationally, open stand-alone stores in key markets such as the U.S. and the U.K., and offer shirts at prices that fall between Charles Tyrwhitt and Eton.
    Samantha Conti, WWD, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of distribute
Verb
  • It’s precisely calibrated to dispense 1 gram (0.04 ounces) of oil per spray.
    Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 29 Nov. 2024
  • Then came the biggest change: In 2021, the FDA eliminated the requirement to dispense mifepristone in person.
    Aria Bendix, NBC News, 26 Nov. 2024
Definition of dispense
Verb
  • Apple in a statement provided by a spokesperson said the claims in the lawsuit lack merit and that its workers are trained annually on their rights to discuss their working conditions.
    Daniel Wiessner, USA TODAY, 3 Dec. 2024
  • The Gotham Film Awards is an annual industry event that provides recognition for outstanding voices in storytelling, including writers, actors, directors and producers.
    Toria Sheffield, People.com, 3 Dec. 2024
Definition of provide
Verb
  • And the House Democratic caucus has been divided over whether to touch the minimum wage and paid sick leave laws.
    Arpan Lobo, Detroit Free Press, 14 Dec. 2024
  • And the Crime Stoppers reward could be divided among dozens of tips that the police say were helpful in the investigation.
    Ben Brachfeld, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of divide
Verb
  • Christmas and New Year are celebrated with great enthusiasm here, with significant budgets allocated to transform December into a joyous festival.
    Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
  • The actual influence of a border czar depends significantly on the administration's priorities, the scope of their mandate, and the resources allocated to their initiatives.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of allocate
Verb
  • When rice has cooled, portion it into sealable plastic freezer bags in a flat layer, making sure to remove all the air.
    Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 29 Nov. 2024
  • Our Test Kitchen recommends portioning the stew into individual servings before freezing.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Nov. 2024
Definition of portion
Verb
  • Task-force torturers beat and administered electric shocks to the women for nearly a week.
    Joshua Hammer, Smithsonian Magazine, 12 Dec. 2024
  • Simultaneously, innovations in data storage technology will require the development of new skills to administer, as well as innovative thinking in order to fully leverage their potential for accelerating progress.
    Bernard Marr, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of administer
Verb
  • Hacks, 9-1-1, Bookie and Unstoppable were among the winners as Film Liaisons in California Statewide handed out its 29th annual California on Location Awards tonight at the Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City.
    Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 8 Dec. 2024
  • Something to add to the helpful list of Dune terminology that was handed out to moviegoers before the 1984 version.
    Scott Tobias, Vulture, 8 Dec. 2024
Definition of hand out
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“Parcel (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/parcel%20%28out%29. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.

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