Example Sentences

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Here are my predictions for how the night will go down across 13 categories — along with the winners I’d pick if I were handing out the awards.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 26, 2026

They were handing out one-sheeters that listed all the open positions, alongside a job description, expected time commitment, and pay.

From Slate • Apr. 30, 2025

Further up the street on Thursday, workers at a non-profit organisation were handing out hundreds of hot meals.

From BBC • Oct. 10, 2024

If we were handing out individual grades, Geno Smith would definitely be getting an “A+” for the way he played in Detroit.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 18, 2023

Across the street, in front of a school gate, two heavily dressed figures were handing out leaflets.

From "The Contender" by Robert Lipsyte