appropriation

Example Sentences

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Instead, the VA is asking for a $500-million appropriation to rehab six aging buildings, erect an 800-space parking structure and improve infrastructure on its sprawling campus spanning Wilshire Boulevard west of the 405 Freeway.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

The Mexican government has taken on famous brands such as Adidas, Shein, Zara and Carolina Herrera for the alleged cultural appropriation of traditional designs.

From Barron's • Jan. 2, 2026

He said that DOE buying modest amounts of crude might be a way to motivate lawmakers, who are in the midst of an appropriation fight, to expand funding.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 5, 2025

The Washington Post also quoted Bobby Kogan of the Center for American Progress saying the transfer raises serious questions under the Anti-Deficiency Act, which limits spending without congressional appropriation.

From Salon • Oct. 25, 2025

The directors of the Exposition Company did decide to seek a direct appropriation from Congress, but their request triggered a congressional investigation of the fair’s expenditures.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson