change hands

phrase

: to pass from the possession of one owner to that of another

The property has changes hands many times.

Examples of change hands in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

With that final judgment, millions of dollars changed hands as the trade finalized. — Jon Sarlin, CNN Money, 11 July 2026

Over the centuries, Chapter House changed hands several times, growing and changing until it was eventually purchased by hospitality industry vets Phil and Silvia Baxter in 2021, who have been lovingly, methodically updating it since. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 July 2026

The 40 mm model is changing hands for around $34,700 (30,399 pounds) as of now; when new, the watch is priced from $42,700, depending on the dial color. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 10 July 2026

Trophy properties here tend to change hands behind the scenes. — David Hochman, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

Rhymes for change hands

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