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appropriations

Pronunciation: [əˌproʊpriˈeɪʃənz]

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Learn how to use appropriations in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “finance”

(noun) money that is set aside for a specific purpose. Think of it like saving your allowance for something special, like a toy or a game. It's a way to plan how to use money.

Example

The school received appropriations to build a new playground for the kids.

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There were no appropriations for the project, so it couldn't be completed.

Example

What are the appropriations for this year's art program?

Context: “government”

(noun) the act of setting aside funds for different government programs. This is like when leaders decide how to spend money for schools, roads, and other things that help everyone in the community.

Example

The government made appropriations to support healthcare initiatives.

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Without the necessary appropriations, many programs will have to shut down.

Example

How does the government decide on appropriations for public services?

Context: “law”

(noun) the official approval to spend money that has been allocated for a specific purpose. This means that a group has agreed on a budget to make sure the money is used correctly.

Example

The board approved the appropriations for the environmental protection project.

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The appropriations were denied, and the project had to be canceled.

Example

What limitations are there on the appropriations for this funding?

How to pronounce appropriations

Pronunciation: [əˌproʊpriˈeɪʃənz]

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