Hand out

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verb

To distribute or give something to people.

The teacher started to hand out the exam papers to the students.
Visual representation of "hand out" - To distribute or give something to people

Often appears as...

  • hand out flyers
  • hand out papers
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Physical Distribution

Used when actually handing over physical items to others.

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At the end of the workshop, they handed out informational booklets.
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Non-physical Items

Can also refer to non-tangible things like rights or permissions.

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The moderator handed out the permissions to access the forum.
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Non-selective Process

Implies distribution to many people without strict selection.

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During the event, the organizers handed out sample products to everyone.
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