Example Sentences

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On Feb. 1, Doug McMillon, CEO of Walmart since Feb. 1, 2014, will be handing the reins to John Furner, president and CEO of Walmart U.S.

From Barron's • Dec. 18, 2025

Starbucks will be handing out free coffee at the event, and Conway says clothed locals often come out to cheer on the hardy swimmers.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 22, 2023

Malachi said she will still attend the parade but will be handing out her own fliers that encourage Black Americans to remember Juneteenth’s purpose.

From Washington Post • Jun. 18, 2022

The Prime Minister will be handing out awards to railway staff at the station in Kyiv.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2022

“Plenty of our neighbors will be handing out candy. Put your dad on, okay?”

From Absolutely Almost by Lisa Graff