ply (with)

verb

Definition of ply (with)next
as in to deal (out)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ply (with)
  1. portion
  2. dole out
  3. dispense
  4. distribute
  5. allocate
  6. administer
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
  • But Mufasa's welcome is no kinder than the reception Dickens doled out to the foundlings scattered throughout his novels.
    Tom Gliatto, People.com, 20 Dec. 2024
  • Afterwards on Christmas morning, in these vignettes, slaves commonly wished owners a merry Christmas and long life as they were doled out eggnog treats on the mansion verandah.
    Robert E. May / Made by History, TIME, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of dole out
Verb
  • In these roles, PBMs decide what pharmacists and pharmacies are paid to dispense prescription medications.
    Bruce Japsen, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
  • Turner dispensing fundamental tips for survival, Elwood, clinging to his optimistic worldview.
    Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of dispense
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
  • 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
  • In fiscal year 2023, the school's expenditures totaled $2.46 million, with $248,000 allocated for facility operations and maintenance.
    Arlyssa D. Becenti, The Arizona Republic, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of allocate
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
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