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to dispense
01
to distribute something, often in small portions
Transitive: to dispense sth
Examples
The vending machine dispenses snacks and beverages to customers.
02
to prepare and provide medicine to patients according to a doctor's orders
Transitive: to dispense medicine
Examples
They dispense antibiotics to treat infections.
03
to grant permission to ignore or not follow a specific law or rule
Transitive: to dispense with a rule or regulation
Examples
The judge decided to dispense with the usual penalties due to the defendant's circumstances.
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