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Vocabulary Entry
quota
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A fixed share or proportion of something that is allotted to a person or group.
Example Sentences
"Each member of the team has a quota of tasks to complete by the end of the week."
"The sales department exceeded its quota for the month."
"The government set a quota for how many refugees would be allowed to settle in the country."
"He was proud that he had filled his quota of volunteer hours."
V
verb
To limit or restrict to a certain amount or number.
Example Sentences
"The company plans to quota the number of new hires this year."
"They will quota the available resources to ensure fair distribution."
"The organizers decided to quota the number of participants in the event."
"We need to quota the budget to avoid overspending."