use a ration

Examples (10)

• We need to use our ration of water sparingly during the drought.
• The survivors learned quickly how to use their daily ration of food efficiently.
• During wartime, families had to carefully use their ration books for essential goods.
• He tried to use his ration of fuel for the longest possible time.
• They were instructed to use the emergency ration only when absolutely necessary.
• The soldiers had to use their last ration of supplies before rescue arrived.
• She decided to use her ration of sugar to bake a cake for her children.
• We must use the allocated ration of electricity thoughtfully to conserve energy.
• To avoid waste, the campers were careful to use their ration of provisions wisely.
• Can we use an extra ration of rice tonight, or is it strictly limited?