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to give out
[phrase form: give]
01
to distribute something among a group of individuals
Transitive: to give out sth to sb
Examples
The charity organization plans to give out food to the needy during the holiday season.
The teacher will give out textbooks to the students at the beginning of the school year.
02
to stop working or functioning
Intransitive
Examples
The old car finally gave out after years of constant use.
The computer gave out and crashed, losing all the unsaved work.
03
to release or discharge light, heat, vapor, or other forms of energy or substances
Transitive: to give out energy or substances
Examples
The volcano gave out clouds of ash and smoke during its eruption.
The campfire gave out a warm and comforting glow.
04
to run out or not have enough for a specific need or demand
Intransitive
Examples
The food supplies gave out before the end of the winter, leaving them without provisions.
The printer 's ink cartridge gave out right in the middle of printing an important document.
05
to make an announcement or convey information to a group of people, often with the intention of publicizing or disseminating the information more widely
Transitive: to give out information
Examples
The school principal gave out the news of the upcoming talent show during the morning assembly.
The company will give out a press release to announce its new product launch.
