Definition of Quota

a goal or quantity that is assigned

Examples of Quota in a sentence

Each seamstress has a quota of fifty blankets that must be sewn each day.  🔊

In order to keep her sales job, Kate must meet a quota each month by selling at least fifteen thousand dollars’ worth of furniture.  🔊

Jane exceeded her duty fee quota when shopping overseas and had to pay a twenty-dollar fee when she returned to the U.S.  🔊

Because of the fuel shortage, gas stations have set a quota of ten gallons per vehicle until the supply of gasoline increases.  🔊

The fishing permit sets the catch quota at ten fish per person each day.  🔊

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