Example sentences for: earmarking

How can you use “earmarking” in a sentence? Here are some example sentences to help you improve your vocabulary:

  • Earmarking, the process of tacking pork-heavy provisions to spending bills, is on the rise in Washington, according to the Post.

  • The WP notes the rise of "earmarking," a popular form of pork barreling, in this round of the spending fracas.

  • Conferees believe that programmatic growth rests on a common definition and vision of diversity and earmarking resources so that goals are attained.

  • Though most politicians say such measures benefit the majority, and help speed bills through the House and Senate, critics feel that earmarking undermines the executive branch: By the time administrators get ahold of discretionary funds, most of the money has already been allocated, rendering the administrators nearly powerless.

  • At that time, the South Carolina Bar adopted a dues check-off for legal services, earmarking 20% for the former state support center, South Carolina Legal Services Association.


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