handed out

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The federal government says it handed out more than $180 billion in improper payments last year, largely through major entitlement programs such as Medicare and Medicaid.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

Goldman: We were nervous that people were gonna leave as soon as “Ocean’s” left, so we handed out pictures of Vince.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

This year's Bafta Television Awards are being handed out in London, honouring the best programmes, actors and presenters on the small screen in the past 12 months.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

Passengers are being asked to remain in their cabins while the ship is disinfected and personal protective equipment is handed out.

From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026

On the same wall of his bedroom was a yellow flyer handed out to drivers entering Yellowstone National Park.

From "Hoot" by Carl Hiaasen