as in to distribute
to give out (something) to appropriate individuals
no system yet in place for handing out room assignments
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Recent Examples of handout
Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 6 July 2025
Since Israel lifted an 11-week aid blockade on Gaza on May 19, the U.N. says more than 400 Palestinians have been killed while seeking aid handouts.
—Alexander Cornwell, USA Today, 5 July 2025
Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
On June 9, 2025, however, a new group of critics organized by ATX Theatre — a nonprofit that serves 80 local theatrical producers as well as area artists and audiences — gathered at the 04 Center on South Lamar Boulevard to hand out the first Austin Theatre Critics Awards.
—Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 13 July 2025
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Verb
Big Oil will get $18 billion in new handouts while wind and solar programs will be gutted by additional taxes.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 6 July 2025
Since Israel lifted an 11-week aid blockade on Gaza on May 19, the U.N. says more than 400 Palestinians have been killed while seeking aid handouts.
—Alexander Cornwell, USA Today, 5 July 2025
Noun
The Primetime Emmy Awards are handed out in three separate ceremonies.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
On June 9, 2025, however, a new group of critics organized by ATX Theatre — a nonprofit that serves 80 local theatrical producers as well as area artists and audiences — gathered at the 04 Center on South Lamar Boulevard to hand out the first Austin Theatre Critics Awards.
—Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 13 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for handout
Verb
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From the mobile studio, the live broadcast is distributed simultaneously via satellite links and online streams to TV networks all over the globe.—
Tim Genske,
Forbes.com,
20 July 2025
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They were distributed at World Market locations in over 30 states.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
20 July 2025
Noun
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The journal remained half-finished and forgotten, gathering dust on my desk, until the next booklet caught my eye.—
Michelle Han,
Refinery29,
21 July 2025
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Film Forum will replicate that at screenings, with all audience members receiving a limited edition glossy facsimile of the original booklet.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
30 May 2025
Noun
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This elevates the dish, giving it both a unique and refined presentation.—
Noel Burgess,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Make your next movie night or presentation a smashing success with these Prime Day projector deals.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
12 July 2025
Verb
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As Dee and Dennis raced to loot their parents' house, Charlie, Frank, and Mac found that Philly strippers (including future stars Tiffany Haddish and Natasha Leggero) were moved to dispense free lap dances on guys in wheelchairs, a lightbulb moment that ignited the bond between Charlie and Frank.—
Dennis Perkins,
EW.com,
10 July 2025
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The director general of Gaza’s health ministry said the strike hit near a medical center dispensing children’s formula to women.—
Abeer Salman,
CNN Money,
10 July 2025
Noun
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Then, in 1958, a Massachusetts senator with his sights on the White House published a pamphlet calling for a change to the nation's laws.—
Mo Rocca
July 6,
CBS News,
6 July 2025
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Zoo visitors can get botanical tour pamphlets near the ticket booth or online, which are filled with colorful pictures and plant facts.—
Karen Kucher,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 July 2025
Noun
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Help post-grads see that even small contributions can lead to big change.—
Melanie Schild,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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Trump is suing the Wall Street Journal for $20 billion over a story about his contribution to Epstein's 50th birthday album.—
Bill Goodykoontz,
AZCentral.com,
21 July 2025
Verb
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The remaining power would be purchased by Hoosier Energy, which provides electricity in Indiana and Illinois.—
Arpan Lobo,
Freep.com,
26 July 2025
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For now, sustainability reporting regulations only require companies to provide information.—
Jon McGowan,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
Noun
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Radically Simplify Recruitment & Marketing The vast machinery of admissions – glossy brochures, armies of recruiters crisscrossing the country, sophisticated enrollment management systems – consumes enormous resources with questionable ROI.—
Scott White,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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The brochures are not written from the point of view of a sales pitch for using his services.—
Elliot Raphaelson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
25 July 2025
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“Handout.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handout. Accessed 31 Jul. 2025.
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