PARCEL (OUT) Synonyms: 60 Similar and Opposite Words

parcel (out)

verb

Definition of parcel (out)

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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The Break Will Not Be Even Once the trigger fires, the productivity break will not distribute evenly across the world.

— Stephen Messer, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2026
The foundation has raised more than $30,000 to be awarded in scholarships and $26,000 to be distributed to community causes.

— Samantha Bergeson, Time, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of distribute

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Crystal is the rare talent who always has been able to dispense the warmth of laughter and then immediately unplug the flow of treacle.

— Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 22 Oct. 2026
Items such as the coffee pots, dispensing nozzles for cappuccino and frazil machines must be washed and sanitized as needed.

— NWA Democrat-Gazette, Arkansas Online, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of dispense

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Amphibious skis help the motorcycle remain above the water’s surface, while the front ski provides directional control during the crossing.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 26 Oct. 2026
For now, the trial provides compelling evidence that a cancer’s individuality can become a therapeutic opportunity.

— Mike McRae October 25, New Atlas, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of provide

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How Israel's elections work Israelis vote for parties rather than directly electing a prime minister, with the Knesset’s 120 seats allocated through proportional representation.

— Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 26 Oct. 2026
Polls suggest 11 to 13 parties will meet the bar; seats are allocated through a proportional representation system.

— Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 25 Oct. 2026

Definition of allocate

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Because nuts are high in calories, portioning them into small containers or snack bags can help keep servings consistent.

— Brianna Tobritzhofer, HEALTH, 21 Oct. 2026
This gift set pairs the grinder with Piper’s 50/50 blend of black and red peppercorns, portioned into four individual packets to ensure the spices stay fresh.

— Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of portion

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The surgeon, James Marion Sims, often referred to as the father of gynecology, brazenly refused to administer anesthesia to his Black victims.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Oct. 2026
The fighting on the Ethiopian side of the border stems from a territorial dispute between the Oromia and Somali regional administrations, aggravated by the killing of a 13-year-old girl in an area administered by the Somali regional administration.

— ABC News, ABC News, 27 Oct. 2026

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