handing out
Example Sentences
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When he arrived in front of the federal building, another person hopped into the bed and began handing out the supplies to protesters gathered outside the entrance.
From Salon • Apr. 15, 2026
One man stood by the entrance of the Al-Qibli prayer hall, handing out paper tissues to worshippers overcome with emotion.
From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026
For managers handing out pink slips, technology offers a ready-made breakup line: “It’s not you; it’s AI.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026
For many years, his family have been handing out food they eat during Iftar, such as kebabs, samosas and pakoras, with people who live nearby.
From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026
A few days later, on Halloween night, I offer to sit at our door, handing out candy.
From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan
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