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gave out

VERB

discharge

Synonyms

WEAK

beam belch effuse emanate emit exhale exude flow give forth issue pour produce radiate release send out smell of throw out vent void

Example Sentences

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"The first of the two was pulled out alive, but unfortunately, his body gave out and he did not survive. Doctors could not resuscitate him," regional fire bureau spokeswoman Maria Leah Sajili told AFP.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

Professors teaching AI-exposed classes gave out about 30% more A’s and fewer A-minus and B-plus grades.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

The grade-two calf tear he sustained originated from a "freak accident" when he overstretched at the end of his semi-final, straining the muscle which eventually gave out in the medal race.

From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026

Matix Frithsmith, Hart’s current star receiver, said he remembers when Irwin showed up at SoFi Stadium for a youth football game and gave out NFL gear to players when he was in seventh grade.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 9, 2026

When Amil heard, he jumped up and laughed and then gave out a yelp because he stepped on his swollen foot.

From "The Night Diary" by Veera Hiranandani