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to hand out
[phrase form: hand]
01
to provide someone or each person in a group with something
Example
He handed out flyers in the neighborhood last week.
She will hand out the pamphlets to the attendees before the seminar.
02
to provide abstract or intangible things, such as punishments, compliments, judgments, advice, etc., to someone
Example
The teacher handed out compliments to the student for their outstanding performance on the project.
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.
Example
He handed out flyers in the neighborhood last week.
She will hand out the pamphlets to the attendees before the seminar.
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