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Dictionary of Idioms/Phrasal Verbs

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deal something out to someone

1. to pass something out piece by piece, giving everyone equal shares; to give out (something) to appropriate individuals

1. Aid workers dealt out a packet of emergency supplies to each earthquake victim.

2. The manager dealt the proposals out, giving each person an equal number to read.

3. We have only a small amount of food and clothing to deal out to each refugee.

4. She dealt out a card to everyone in the room.

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