1
as in to announce
to make known openly or publicly
that's information that I'm not prepared to give out
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2
as in to cast
to throw or give off
this heater gives out a funny smell sometimes
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3
as in to die
to stop functioning
waiting for the fuel pump in my old car to give out
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Recent Examples of give out
While the city has rarely, if ever, given out tickets for not shoveling, the existence of an ordinance means that if it is violated, a person may be able to sue for damages.
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Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
She's also had to warn her sons not to give out their Social Security numbers when the fake Geico folks started calling them.
—Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 8 July 2025
The Family Order is personally given out by the monarch without consultation with the government, traditionally after a female royal has been acting as a working member of the family for several years.
—Stephanie Petit, People.com, 8 July 2025
This year, the office’s Third Annual Vets & Friends Barbecue gave out a little something extra to attendees, too: a 25-pound box of food courtesy of the Food Bank of NWI.
—Michelle L. Quinn, Chicago Tribune, 8 July 2025
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Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
She's also had to warn her sons not to give out their Social Security numbers when the fake Geico folks started calling them.
—Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 8 July 2025
The Family Order is personally given out by the monarch without consultation with the government, traditionally after a female royal has been acting as a working member of the family for several years.
—Stephanie Petit, People.com, 8 July 2025
This year, the office’s Third Annual Vets & Friends Barbecue gave out a little something extra to attendees, too: a 25-pound box of food courtesy of the Food Bank of NWI.
—Michelle L. Quinn, Chicago Tribune, 8 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for give out
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Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department Chief Chris Bailey announced an effort to create his department's new strategic plan in April.—
Jade Jackson,
IndyStar,
24 July 2025
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Day one cast member Jesse Lee Soffer announced his exit in 2022.—
Ryan Coleman Published,
EW.com,
23 July 2025
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They're cast as hard-rock goofballs who take a radio station hostage with water pistols filled with hot sauce to get their demo tape played.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
29 July 2025
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Its own sly twist casts Robert Mitchum—the original Cady—as the elderly, honorable police lieutenant Elgart, and Gregory Peck, 1962’s Bowden, as Cady’s defense attorney.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
29 July 2025
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Deputies rendered life-saving help, but the suspect died at the location.—
Michelle Cruz,
AZCentral.com,
14 July 2025
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One person died in federal prison after being kept in restraints for more than two days.—
Joseph Shapiro,
NPR,
14 July 2025
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In fact, research published in Harvard Business Review shows that leaders who openly express uncertainty and reveal imperfections foster greater trust, loyalty, and emotional connection with their audiences and teams.—
Jeetendr Sehdev,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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In an interview with People, published July 12, Katie Gaudreau and Joyce opened up about the special, yet emotional day that was filled with grief and love.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
14 July 2025
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In 2022, Lenn Catley's heart began to fail because of amyloidosis, a buildup of proteins from his liver that attacked his heart.—
Nicole Villalpando,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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McKinsey & Company revealed in 2017 that 40-50% of new leaders fail within their first 18 months, despite following textbook transition plans.—
Stacey Stratton,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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Despite suspicions of foul play from both U.S. and Zambian officials, local police declared Bianca’s death the result of an accidental discharge of a firearm.—
Lynsey Eidell,
People.com,
23 July 2025
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The arrival of the aforementioned seafood tray is the last straw, and Laurel declares the meal over.—
Sara Netzley,
EW.com,
23 July 2025
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Nara's more recent paintings, such as Midnight Tears (2023), feature tender, fragmented brushwork that radiates introspection.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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Their vocal harmonies intertwine easily over a textured arrangement of keys, bass, drums, and guitars, creating an uplifting summer anthem that radiates sincerity and charm.—
Jessica Nicholson,
Billboard,
21 July 2025
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In the week since a driver crashed through a barrier and seriously injured two 22-year-olds, their families are left with questions and anger.—
David Clarey,
jsonline.com,
29 July 2025
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One man crashed into a barge near the Howard Frankland Bridge on an early morning in July.—
Teghan Simonton,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 July 2025
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“Give out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/give%20out. Accessed 1 Aug. 2025.
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