Confusing words? A lot & Allot
A lot Usage: As a noun and an adverb - A large number, very, many
For example:
- A lot of people think that the economy is getting worse.
- I have a lot of CDs.
- A lot of planning went into it.
Note: A lot is informal for many
Allot means to allow and distribute
- My boss told me to allot three brochures to each client.
- The government were asked to allot houses to poor people.
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