hand out

Example Sentences

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Official viewing events typically hand out covers to turn lights a less disruptive red.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

That suggested it felt no urgency to hand out new policy measures even while it repeated assurances about stabilizing markets and the need for energy security.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

“It’s about me reaching my hand out for six years and getting shot down.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 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

I ease my hand out of Mom’s and hesitate at the door.

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera