dealt

[delt] / dɛlt /

ADJECTIVE

distributed

Synonyms

STRONGEST

appropriated assigned dispersed scattered shared

STRONG

allocated allotted apportioned budgeted diffuse dispensed divided rationed

WEAK

doled out given away handed out spread evenly

ADJECTIVE

served

Synonyms

STRONG

apportioned furnished offered prepared provided supplied

Example Sentences

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Another part of the publication dealt with the "purported risk AI poses to humanity," according to the compaint.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

For example, the crew dealt with multiple issues with their space toilet.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

Nike has dealt with inflation-weary consumers, tariffs, and struggles in its sportswear segment and in China.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 10, 2026

If you’re dealt strength or drive or creativity, your ability to fully utilize it matters.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

So while the others argued and dealt with Garrett, I did what I had to do.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman