as in to measure (out)
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Recent Examples of dish out
The peas lift the dish out of bland mode and into something colorful and fresh.
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Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 Apr. 2026
Food lovers across Dallas-Fort Worth can look forward to a flavorful season as spring and summer food festivals dish out an array of cuisine.
—Alyson Rodriguez, Dallas Morning News, 20 Mar. 2026
When Eldridge approached, Kent was more than happy to dish out some free game.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 26 Feb. 2026
Picture a waterfront bustling with bobbing fishing boats and the air tinged with the scent of fresh seafood, as San Hing Praya Street and Pak She Praya Road dish out alfresco dining scenes straight out of a sunset lover's dream.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Feb. 2026
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Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 Apr. 2026
Food lovers across Dallas-Fort Worth can look forward to a flavorful season as spring and summer food festivals dish out an array of cuisine.
—Alyson Rodriguez, Dallas Morning News, 20 Mar. 2026
When Eldridge approached, Kent was more than happy to dish out some free game.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 26 Feb. 2026
Picture a waterfront bustling with bobbing fishing boats and the air tinged with the scent of fresh seafood, as San Hing Praya Street and Pak She Praya Road dish out alfresco dining scenes straight out of a sunset lover's dream.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dish out
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But it was soon revealed that the actors were given the wrong envelope by accountants from Pricewaterhouse Coopers, the firm charged with counting Oscar votes, keeping the results secret and organizing and handing out envelopes to presenters.—
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
13 June 2026
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Other Carolina Panthers’ contract extensions Coker’s contract extension is the latest handed out by general manager Dan Morgan during his three-year tenure.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
12 June 2026
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Batch-Prep Protein Snacks on Sunday Pre-portioning snacks over the weekend ensures high-protein fuel is always within reach during hectic workdays.—
Christopher Bergland,
Verywell Health,
17 June 2026
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Each dish is wonderfully prepared and portioned.—
Wendy Altschuler,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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The private pool is perfectly proportioned and shaded terraces invite afternoon snoozes or sunset spritzes.—
Nicole Trilivas,
Forbes.com,
4 Aug. 2025
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This can not only help your room feel properly proportioned but can also enable easy flow throughout the space.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 July 2025
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The seven core collaborators – Kogonada, producer Chung An, producer Christopher Radcliff, producer-cinematographer Benjamin Loeb, and actor-producers Richardson, Mao and Jin Ha – collectively owned the project, splitting responsibilities and working without outside financing.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
15 June 2026
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The last time the jackpot was hit was back on May 2, when two players in Texas and Florida split a $20 million prize.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
14 June 2026
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After the four-hour camp in heat that exceeded 95 degrees in the late afternoon, Pickens left his young fans with a parting message.—
Nick Harris
June 11,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 June 2026
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To recreate the look, begin by applying styling gel to your hair and then part it in the middle.—
Ranyechi Udemezue,
Vogue,
12 June 2026
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This thing is seriously massive, featuring way too many goodies to list in the space allotted here.—
Jim Harrington,
Mercury News,
18 June 2026
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Others also questioned how much time was allotted for those opposing the project, such as Flojaune Cofer, who is running to replace Serna on the board and appears likely to advance to the November general election.—
Graham Womack,
Sacbee.com,
17 June 2026
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Another 85,000 tickets were doled out to fans who could watch the event on giant screens from The Ellipse.—
Marlow Stern,
Variety,
15 June 2026
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Right now there is nothing stopping them from doling out tax cuts and spending promises while also driving up interest rates.—
Martha Gimbel,
The Atlantic,
12 June 2026
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“Dish out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dish%20out. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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