handed out
Example Sentences
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The NFL Referees Assn. says the suspensions handed out by the league to two game officials this week went too far and that it will attempt to get them reduced.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 6, 2026
He also contacted some on messaging and gaming platforms, and handed out gifts and money.
From BBC ● Sep. 28, 2026
At BGC’s dinner event, elegant women in bright-red pencil dresses handed out drinks.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 17, 2026
Celebrating 50 years, Charlie's Angels stars Kate Jackson, Cheryl Ladd and Jaclyn Smith, handed out the Emmy for best drama and paid tribute to their fellow Angel.
From BBC ● Sep. 15, 2026
As soon as she handed out a new piece of music, she’d ask him to stand up and play it, not just for the trumpet section, but for the whole band.
From "Maybe He Just Likes You" by Barbara Dee
