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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.
02
to stop working or functioning
Intransitive
Examples
The old car finally gave out after years of constant use.
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.
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.
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.
