Phrasal Verb - giving out
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.Definition
- To run out of a supply or energy.
- To stop functioning or collapsing due to emotional or physical stress.
- To reveal or make known secret or hidden information.
- To release or distribute something, often unwillingly or under pressure.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | The factory was giving out toxic fumes, so the workers had to evacuate the building. |
| 2 | After hiking for hours in the desert heat, I was giving out and needed water. |
| 3 | The old man was giving out secrets about the mafia to the police. |
| 4 | The boss was giving out bonuses to the employees who had worked the longest. |
| 5 | Despite his denials, he was giving out signs that he was lying. |
| 6 | My car is giving out strange noises and I think it's time for a mechanic to check it. |
| 7 | The student was giving out answers to the class during the test. |
| 8 | The baby was giving out milk, but the formula was not agreeing with him. |
| 9 | The protesters were giving out leaflets to passersby. |
| 10 | The fireworks were giving out sparks and lighting up the night sky. |