hands-off
adjective
: characterized by noninterference
a hands-off policy toward the internal affairs of other nations
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So far, Congress has largely taken a hands-off approach to regulating AI.
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Emily Wilkins, CNBC, 17 Mar. 2026
But these are mostly hands-off landscape plants that add great texture and interest to gardens and patio containers, says Allan.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2026
While everyone was nice enough and ready to help when asked, the service is a bit more hands-off.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Mar. 2026
Overnight Oats The most hands-off breakfast on this list, and one of the most adaptable.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 10 Mar. 2026
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Emily Wilkins, CNBC, 17 Mar. 2026
But these are mostly hands-off landscape plants that add great texture and interest to gardens and patio containers, says Allan.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2026
While everyone was nice enough and ready to help when asked, the service is a bit more hands-off.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Mar. 2026
Overnight Oats The most hands-off breakfast on this list, and one of the most adaptable.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 10 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for hands-off
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“Hands-off.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hands-off. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.
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