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parcel out

idiom
Meaning

To divide into portions or chunks; to ration.


Examples
SIMPLE

We parcel out the cake so everyone gets a slice.

CONTEXTUAL

The manager decided to parcel out the remaining work among the team members to meet the deadline.

COMPLEX

The government had to carefully parcel out the limited food supplies to ensure that every citizen in the drought-stricken region received a fair portion.

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