hand out

Example Sentences

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“In the old days, which was a year ago…you’d print out the statements of the town Visa card, Mastercard, and you would hand out a box of highlighters and go to work.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Franco’s situation serves as a cautionary tale for MLB teams that hand out long-term contracts years before players become free agents.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

Pyle admired the clear-eyed message of Mauldin’s cartoons, such as one depicting Willie—slumped, exhausted, a cigarette dangling from his lips—as he stands before an Army medic assigned to hand out medals.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

"The government is handing both the Environment Agency and local authorities the power to boost waste crime enforcement, hand out tougher sentences and tackle illegal dumping faster," she added.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

“So I guess this is good-bye,” Jack said, sticking his hand out to Phillip, who had been waiting with the horses and supplies Phillip’s mother had graciously given them upon their return.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley