Example Sentences

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Instead he was handing off regional duties to regional allies while the U.S. pursued bigger game.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026

In a concrete sign of Europe taking more responsibility within NATO, the alliance this week announced the United States was handing two senior regional command positions to Britain and Italy.

From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026

At the Fayetteville town hall, the former president joked that it looked like Dwight was handing him money.

From Salon • Oct. 5, 2024

The medical group also said it was handing over its activities at the Emirati maternity hospital to the Gaza health ministry.

From BBC • May 10, 2024

A steward was handing out rolls of paper streamers for passengers to throw over the railing as the ship sailed.

From "Homesick" by Jean Fritz