handed out

Example Sentences

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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

This year's Bafta Television Awards are being handed out in London, honouring the best programmes, actors and presenters on the small screen in the past 12 months.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

Passengers are being asked to remain in their cabins while the ship is disinfected and personal protective equipment is handed out.

From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026

The mural ceremony was held April 24 immediately after the school’s 50th annual district track meet, where Brown interacted with the participants and handed out ribbons.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

They sit in a neat pile ready to be handed out.

From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan