The term DISTRIBUTES, WITH 'OUT' can be broken down into three crossword solutions: DOLES (5 letters), HANDS (5 letters), and METES (5 letters). DOLES means to give OUT in small amounts or portions, usually referring to money or resources. HANDS is a verb meaning to pass something from one person to another. Metes is a verb meaning to divide and allocate something, usually land or resources. All three words refer to the act of distributing something, with the added word 'OUT' emphasizing the act of giving away or parting with something.