handing down
Example Sentences
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In handing down his sentence, Judge Primm said Colin Gray failed as a parent by not seeking counseling for his son or locking up guns in the house.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 30, 2026
For many parents at the playgroup, hardship is something they experienced themselves growing up and want desperately to avoid handing down to their children.
From BBC ● Apr. 26, 2026
But handing down its ruling, Germany's highest court for civil and criminal matters rejected DUH's arguments.
From Barron's ● Mar. 23, 2026
For much of 2025, the court was criticized for handing down temporary unsigned orders with little or no explanation.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 1, 2026
The thought of handing down her Swanburne uniform to an even littler girl made Cassiopeia feel thrillingly grown-up.
From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood
