distributes

verb

present tense third-person singular of distribute
1
as in classifies
to arrange or assign according to type distribute the assignments according to seniority

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2
as in allots
to give as a share or portion committed to distributing the school's limited scholarship money so that it benefits more students

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3
as in dispenses
to give out (something) to appropriate individuals distributed pamphlets on recycling to everyone in the neighborhood

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Recent Examples of distributes Pellicano from SkyPSI told me that SkyPSI does not manufacture drones but distributes them through a partner, allowing customers to either buy or lease them. — Ray Fernandez, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2026 The ultra-fine mist distributes evenly and leaves a natural, skin-like finish. — Mickey Williams, Flow Space, 28 Aug. 2026 Beyond her music, these fans admired her philanthropy, from the Imagination Library program that distributes books to children around the world to her US$1 million donation that helped fund COVID-19 vaccine research. — Sarah Dees, The Conversation, 27 Aug. 2026 All3Media International distributes series including Fleabag, Race Across The World, Ocean with David Attenborough, The Circle and The Traitors. — Peter White, Deadline, 26 Aug. 2026 The Premier League distributes its money more fairly than any other rich European league. — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026 Free Bikes 4 Kidz Atlanta collects used bicycles, repairs them and distributes them through community organizations that already have cycling programs for children. — Jamal Goss, CBS News, 18 Aug. 2026 As part of the changes, every developer that distributes apps will be moved to a single set of business terms, and digital transactions for apps distributed outside of the App Store will be subject to a Core Technology Commission fee of 5 percent. — Emma Roth, The Verge, 18 Aug. 2026 The organization distributes shoes to those in need and creates jobs in developing countries. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 16 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for distributes
  1. classifies
  2. allots
  3. dispenses
  4. ranks
  5. assigns
  6. provides
  7. distinguishes
  8. allocates
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  • In 2021, researchers analyzing EPA compliance data found that 17 of Puerto Rico’s 78 municipalities had systems the agency classifies as serious violators.
    — Ivis García, The Conversation, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Additionally, the state of Illinois recently passed a bill, SB3484, that classifies and regulates micromobility devices such as e-scooters.
    — Narmeen Khan, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026
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  • When a team allots minutes to so many young players simultaneously, lapses in concentration and on-court mistakes are bound to happen.
    — Josh Robbins, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
Definition of allots
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  • That unit dispenses prescriptions in CVS' more than 9,000 retail pharmacies and provides other services, such as vaccinations and diagnostic testing.
    — Annika Kim Constantino, CNBC, 5 Aug. 2026
  • The foundation dispenses $350,000 to $500,000 a year, according to the family's attorney, Stephanie Johnson O’Day.
    — Daniel de Visé, USA Today, 28 June 2026
Definition of dispenses
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  • The company's flagship M3 model ranks 18th on the Artificial Analysis Intelligence Index.
    — Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Bryce Harper has hit 26 home runs this season, which ranks 20th in MLB.
    — Data Skrive, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of ranks
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  • As each character assigns the snow’s meaning according to their needs, the village begins to fracture.
    — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 16 Aug. 2026
  • My Place Hotels typically assigns pet-friendly rooms near exits and provides pet waste stations on the property.
    — Ashley Lynch, Sacbee.com, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of assigns
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  • Verizon specifically provides a Satellite SOS demo for compatible Android phones.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The three-on-three league was co-founded by WNBA stars Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier (Bazzell’s wife) and provides players with an equity stake in addition to their salaries.
    — Annie Costabile, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of provides
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  • What also distinguishes the second shock from the first is the new trade relationship China has with other countries.
    — Mia Osmonbekov, Fortune, 25 Aug. 2026
  • The angled sides create a visually interesting silhouette, while the glass front distinguishes it from a mere box of wood.
    — Evan Russum, Architectural Digest, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of distinguishes
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  • North Carolina allocates $5,309 in supplemental funding for each student with an individualized education plan, or IEP, which is required for all students with special needs.
    — Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 19 Aug. 2026
  • That distinction can influence how a growing business hires, allocates resources, and plans for future growth.
    — Jason Phillips, Ascend Agency, 10 Aug. 2026
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“Distributes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/distributes. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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