deal out

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Definition

Verb (transitive): - To distribute or give out something, typically in portions or shares. It often implies a formal, measured, or authoritative distribution. - To administer or deliver something, such as punishment, criticism, or cards in a game.

Usage

The verb "deal out" is used with a direct object (the thing being distributed) and often an indirect object (the recipient). It suggests a deliberate act of apportioning.

Examples

• Distributing Items:
  • The teacher will deal out the worksheets to the class.
  • The charity volunteers dealt out food and blankets to the homeless.
• Administering Justice or Criticism:
  • The judge dealt out a harsh sentence to the convicted criminal.
  • He's not afraid to deal out criticism when he sees a mistake.
• Card Games:
  • It's your turn to deal out the cards for the next hand.

Advanced Usage

• "to deal out punishment/justice": To formally administer penalties or legal consequences.
  • The new law promises to deal out swift justice to corrupt officials.
• The phrasal verb can sometimes carry a slightly negative connotation when referring to something unpleasant being distributed, like blame or hardship.

Variants and Related Words

• Dole out (phrasal verb): To distribute, especially in meager or sparing amounts. (e.g., )
• Met out (phrasal verb): To dispense or administer justice, punishment, or reward. More formal than "deal out." (e.g., )
• Dealer (noun): A person who deals cards or a person who sells something.
• Deal (verb/noun): The base form, meaning to distribute cards or to engage in business.

Synonyms

• Distribute
• Dispense
• Allot
• Administer
• Dole out
• Shell out (informal, usually for money)

Related Phrasal Verbs

• Deal in: To trade or sell a particular type of goods.
  • The company deals in rare antiques.
• Deal with: To handle, manage, or be concerned with.
  • She has to deal with many difficult clients.

Related Idioms

• A fair deal: An equitable arrangement or treatment.
  • Everyone got a fair deal when the profits were shared.
• Deal a blow (to someone/something): To cause damage or a setback.
  • The loss of funding dealt a serious blow to the research project. (Note: This idiom uses "deal a blow," not "deal out a blow," though the meaning is closely related to the "administer" sense of "deal out.")

Học thuật

Verb

1. administer or bestow, as in small portions
   • 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