handed over

Example Sentences

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The former president was arrested last year and handed over to the Netherlands-based tribunal.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

The "second season" of this inquiry has just wrapped up - with another interim report on the proceedings handed over to President Cyril Ramaphosa on Friday.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

The fireworks are set to be handed over to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection for disposal, Reina said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

Cuban spies have been adept at recruiting American officials, turning some into moles who handed over secrets for decades.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

We drove around to the first window slowly—I was concentrating on staying in the drive-thru lane without bumping up onto the curb—and I handed over a five-dollar bill, all the money I had with me.

From "The Book of Unknown Americans" by Cristina Henríquez