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allocate

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CEFR C1IELTS 7.0+verbDifficulty 4/5
Definition

To distribute time, money, duties, or resources for a particular purpose.

In simple English

To give resources to a task.

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The supervisor allocated extra time for staff training.

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Useful for policies, budgets, and workplace procedures.

Common mistake

Use allocate something to someone or for a purpose.

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