four-in-hands

Definition of four-in-handsnext
plural of four-in-hand
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Noun
  • Close to 100 coaches representing 60 colleges signed up for the Orland Park event, although Power Four conference schools were not a part of the equation in any of the state’s combines.
    Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026
  • There is also a $500 million investment in literacy coaches and math support staff at struggling schools.
    Kate Wolffe, Sacbee.com, 14 May 2026
Noun
  • Eco effort From big decisions—bioclimatic design, working with local developers, choosing eco-friendly materials, and a low-waste ethos restaurant—to smaller details—plantable Sprout pencils in suites, and electric buggies – environmental impact’s been considered at every turn, from the ground up.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
  • Barns, open pastures, horses and buggies, and small towns define this stretch of Amish Country, offering a quiet change from the busy cities left behind.
    Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 1 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • There’s a friendly reception area with a giant chalkboard informing guests of local events, ranging from in-house parties to full moon nights at the Acropolis and big name gigs by the touring artists.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 May 2026
  • Ryan Seacrest is widely known as one of the busiest individuals in the entertainment industry, balancing multiple high-profile hosting gigs like American Idol and Wheel of Fortune, as well as his radio show On Air with Ryan Seacrest.
    Allison DeGrushe, StyleCaster, 11 May 2026
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“Four-in-hands.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/four-in-hands. Accessed 20 May. 2026.

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