in good hands

phrase

: in the care of a person or people who are able to take care of someone or something well
It's a great school where you know your kids are in good hands.
I'm confident the shop will be in good hands with you in charge.

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Despite fan and media wondering whether the Americans had finally met their match in the motivated French, who had dominated the tournament up until the championship game, Team USA proved its dynasty is in good hands. Annie Costabile, New York Times, 13 Sep. 2026 If yes, then the preservation of our republic is at hand and in good hands. Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026 The reimagining, as Disneyland is calling it, is in good hands. Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 18 Aug. 2026 But with Sherman as the centerpiece of both the defense and the team’s culture, the Huskies should be in good hands. Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in good hands

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“In good hands.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20good%20hands. Accessed 18 Sep. 2026.

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