verb🔗ShareTo issue, distribute, or give out."The vending machine dispenses snacks and drinks. "servicebusinessactionorganizationChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
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verb🔗ShareTo compensate; to make up; to make amends."Since John missed the last meeting, he dispenses with helping to set up the venue for the next one to compensate for his absence. "valuebusinesseconomyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
