doled out

Example Sentences

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What’s left over will be doled out to individual investors.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

But to determine a mother-worthy performance, one must first understand how the title was originally doled out.

From Salon • May 10, 2026

Previously, the consequence was only doled out when people with such debt sought to renew their passports.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

In 2025, the NIH doled out about $36 billion to universities, much of it to medical school researchers.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

“Then you two should go back downstairs and see that the food gets doled out evenly. Keep an eye on that new cook and make sure he doesn’t skimp on filling the bowls.”

From "A Wish in the Dark" by Christina Soontornvat