hands-off

adjective

ˈhan(d)z-ˈȯf 

: characterized by noninterference

a hands-off policy toward the internal affairs of other nations

Examples of hands-off in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This Mississippi Pot Roast recipe is made for the low, slow, hands-off luxurious nature of a slow cooker. — Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 14 Sep. 2026

Mounting household debt is testing President Javier Milei’s support ahead of the 2027 election, as Congress weighs relief measures and critics warn his hands-off stance could alienate once-enthusiastic young voters. — Débora Rey, Los Angeles Times, 10 Sep. 2026

For the 1998 film directed by Griffin Dunne, Hoffman took a hands-off approach with the adaptation process. — Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 10 Sep. 2026

An Amazon subcontracted delivery driver marvels at the company’s surveillance of his work combined with their hands-off attitude towards any liability. — Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 9 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1860, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for hands-off

• ashraf
• checkoff
• cutoff
• falloff
• handoff
• kickoff
• layoff
• liftoff
• markoff
• markov
• payoff
• playoff