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hands out

VERB

give to others

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bestow deliver disburse dispense disseminate distribute donate give away give out hand over present provide

WEAK

deal out devote dish out mete

Antonyms

STRONGEST

collect deprive gather hoard hold keep retain take withhold

WEAK

receive

Example Sentences

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Each Thursday at 2 p.m., for example, the company hands out potato chips, candy and soda as employees gather and chat.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 25, 2025

“I could die now,” Jones said, holding her hands out, palms up, and looking to the heavens with a peaceful smile as she basked in Whoopi’s careful attention.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 11, 2025

“We think it may have been necessary to shake the weak hands out this year to set up a potential late year rally.”

From Barron's • Dec. 3, 2025

She cheers along with the parents and hands out orange slices during the breaks between quarters.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 7, 2025

He got to his feet, wobbling a bit, hands out to either side.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull