as in to distribute
to divide (something) among a group in a different way
Unused federal funds will be redistributed to other states. We need to redistribute the duties among ourselves; some of us are working too hard, and others are hardly working at all.
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Recent Examples of redistribute
The cucumbers were sold to companies that resell or redistribute produce to food service outlets and retailers.
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Mike Snider, USA TODAY, 30 Nov. 2024
BBLs involve taking fat from some sections of the body—usually around the belly—and redistributing it to the bottom, hips and thighs to create an hourglass figure and large buttocks.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 7 Nov. 2024
After each round, the candidate with fewest votes is eliminated and those votes are redistributed to the remaining contenders.
—Hannah Wiley, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2024
Harrison had 24% of the vote before being removed from the running and ballots in her favor being redistributed to the two front runners.
Harrison, who represented District 4 before resigning earlier this year, did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
—Sierra Lopez, The Mercury News, 6 Nov. 2024
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Mike Snider, USA TODAY, 30 Nov. 2024
BBLs involve taking fat from some sections of the body—usually around the belly—and redistributing it to the bottom, hips and thighs to create an hourglass figure and large buttocks.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 7 Nov. 2024
After each round, the candidate with fewest votes is eliminated and those votes are redistributed to the remaining contenders.
—Hannah Wiley, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2024
Harrison had 24% of the vote before being removed from the running and ballots in her favor being redistributed to the two front runners.
Harrison, who represented District 4 before resigning earlier this year, did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
—Sierra Lopez, The Mercury News, 6 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for redistribute
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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has started distributing refunds totaling more than $72 million to players impacted by Fortnite's billing practices.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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It’s distributed nationally for $34.99 through Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits.Toria Sheffield, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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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
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At the time, the three-story building was divided into two units: a one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit where Barack lived, and a two-bedroom, one-and-a-half bathroom duplex above.Joyce Chen, Architectural Digest, 13 Dec. 2024
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Companies should work towards the goal of providing their employees with a tailored set of strategic tools, allowing the organization to thrive under the current wave of AI development.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024
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The stock has rallied since: FS KKR Capital currently provides financing to 217 private middle-market companies spread across two dozen industries, including double-digit exposure to software and services, commercial and professional services, capital goods, and health care equipment and services.Brett Owens, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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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
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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
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The married couple of 28 years share three children together — Michael, 27, Lola, 23, and Joaquin, 21.Natalia Senanayake, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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Benavides, 58, agreed to join the staff along with Mills, the two sharing the title of bench coach.C. Trent Rosecrans, The Athletic, 10 Dec. 2024
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