handed out
Example Sentences
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Employees at the store handed out complimentary gift bags and fresh flowers during the grand opening Wednesday morning.
From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026
The prestigious award, which was handed out in a ceremony at London's Tate Modern gallery, recognises works of fiction from around the world that have been translated into English.
From Barron's • May 19, 2026
The federal government says it handed out more than $180 billion in improper payments last year, largely through major entitlement programs such as Medicare and Medicaid.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026
The show has already won two Baftas at the organisation's Craft Awards, which recognise behind-the-scenes achievements and were handed out two weeks ago.
From BBC • May 9, 2026
When it became apparent that nothing was going to be handed out, most of them lost interest.
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
