1. giving out in small portions or amounts, especially sparingly or reluctantly
Usage: present participle of ‘dole’; often used with ‘out’

Examples

• The teacher was doling out candy to the students one piece at a time.
• She’s been doling out advice to anyone who will listen.
• The government is doling out emergency funds to affected families.
• He was doling out compliments sparingly throughout the evening.
• The charity is doling out food supplies to the homeless shelter.
• The manager was doling out assignments to each team member.
• They’re doling out tickets for the concert on a first-come basis.