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to hand out
[phrase form: hand]
01
to provide someone or each person in a group with something
Examples
She will hand out the pamphlets to the attendees before the seminar.
The teacher hands worksheets out at the beginning of each class.
02
to provide abstract or intangible things, such as punishments, compliments, judgments, advice, etc., to someone
Examples
The judge handed out a harsh punishment to the defendant for their involvement in the crime.
The counselor handed out valuable advice to the troubled teenagers, guiding them toward making better life choices.
