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
Our local supermarket gives out free meals to all veterans who stop by.
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Suzanne Nuyen, NPR, 24 May 2025
The longtime close friends — and regular awards show dates — had been on their way out of the ceremony, but they were turned away because the big award was about to be given out, Philipps recalled during a recent conversation the two had on QVC+ HSN+'s Busy This Week.
—Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 22 May 2025
But even with the 10-year-old, the public is certainly entitled to know whether discipline was given out in an adequate and fair way.
—Holly Yan, CNN Money, 10 May 2025
Who's giving out the trophies at the 2025 ACM Awards?
—Jack Irvin, People.com, 7 May 2025
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Suzanne Nuyen, NPR, 24 May 2025
The longtime close friends — and regular awards show dates — had been on their way out of the ceremony, but they were turned away because the big award was about to be given out, Philipps recalled during a recent conversation the two had on QVC+ HSN+'s Busy This Week.
—Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 22 May 2025
But even with the 10-year-old, the public is certainly entitled to know whether discipline was given out in an adequate and fair way.
—Holly Yan, CNN Money, 10 May 2025
Who's giving out the trophies at the 2025 ACM Awards?
—Jack Irvin, People.com, 7 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for give out
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His final match as a professional footballer — Morton announced his sacking on September 19 — ended in a 1-0 defeat.—
Stuart James,
New York Times,
6 June 2025
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The new parents announced their son’s arrival a few days after his birth, sharing a joint Instagram post with a photo of the newborn sleeping next to a wooden sign.—
Jacqueline Weiss,
People.com,
6 June 2025
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Something else that could potentially cast a shadow over the U.S. and China’s trade negotiations is Trump’s recent targeting of international students studying in the U.S., which impacts Chinese nationals.—
Rebecca Schneid,
Time,
30 May 2025
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For the first time in history, voters in Mexico will cast their ballots for justices, judges and magistrates in an election set to overhaul the nation’s judiciary.—
Alexandra Mendoza,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 May 2025
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Anyone unfamiliar with the basic combat rhythm of blocking, dodging, and expended precious stamina for an attack will die repeatedly even from basic groups of foes.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
28 May 2025
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In Zone 6, chaste tree will die back to the ground in the winter and vigorously regrow in spring to a 5 or 6-foot shrub.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
28 May 2025
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This is how Bob Iger ended up with The Ride of a Lifetime and Mark Burnett published Jump In!—
Gary Baum,
HollywoodReporter,
28 May 2025
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Carter also published a post detailing the brand’s marketing strategy, attracting marketers and industry professionals alongside Set fans.—
Karin Eldor,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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The State Department reportedly justified its decision by accusing the school of repeatedly failing to combat antisemitism on campus.—
Jackson Walker,
Baltimore Sun,
30 May 2025
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CEOs who fail to integrate cybersecurity into their core business strategies risk not only breaches but also reputational damage, revenue loss and stifled innovation.—
Francis Dinha,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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Hit with what’s been declared one of the deadliest U.S. storms of the 21st century, multiple businesses and restaurants in the area were forced to close their doors, while others had to scale back operations just to stay afloat.—
Chyna Blackmon,
Charlotte Observer,
5 June 2025
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The spacecraft also went dark during that try, which was eventually declared a failure.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
5 June 2025
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The primary suite radiates a somber sort of opulence.—
Daniel Cote,
Robb Report,
4 June 2025
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That attitude radiated through each look on the runway, where every model felt like a character in an Autty Simone dreamworld.—
Karissa Mitchell,
Essence,
2 June 2025
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The teen crashed the car two minutes later, colliding into another vehicle at Folsom Boulevard and Manlove Avenue, before the driver surrendered to deputies, sheriff’s officials said.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
29 May 2025
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The stock market crashed upon Trump’s announcement, with the S&P falling nearly 5% the next day and the Nasdaq down nearly 6%.—
Michael Hiltzik,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2025
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