serve up
Idioms-
Dish out food, as in Next they served up some oysters . [First half of 1400s]
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Provide, as in He served up joke after joke, delighting his audience . [First half of 1600s] also see hand to on a silver platter .
Example Sentences
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So, they serve up an array of the outlandish - mid-scroll, viewers stumble upon a lover's fight or a menacing standoff.
From BBC
Now in its second year, this newcomer serves up a carefully curated lineup of exhibitors and a more personal atmosphere, and is quickly becoming a highlight of the week’s art offerings.
The government said it also wanted to promote and support a domestic market for the venison from culled deer, including pushing for more to be bought and served up by schools, prisons and hospitals.
From BBC
The "very expensive tea tray" has historically served up some rare sweet moments for the British team at the Winter Olympics -- they are the most successful nation in the sport.
From Barron's
She said the sold-out event would see dozens of diners served up a three-course meal made from rescued ingredients.
From BBC
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