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English to English verb
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administer or bestow, as in small portions |  | Example: administer critical remarks to everyone present
dole out some money
shell out pocket money for the children
deal a blow to someone
the machine dispenses soft drinks
source: wordnet30
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provide (usually but not necessarily food) | | Example: We serve meals for the homeless
She dished out the soup at 8 P.M.
The entertainers served up a lively show
source: wordnet30
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