hand-holding

noun

Definition of hand-holdingnext
as in assistance
patient and attentive guidance encouragement, or instruction New computer users often require a good deal of hand-holding.

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Recent Examples of hand-holding Its relentlessly upbeat, hand-holding style has drawn constant criticism for coming across as condescending. — Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 16 Apr. 2026 The two played a game of Barrymore Bingo, featuring staple moments that happen in practically every interview, like hand-holding or getting curled up on the couch. — Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 15 Apr. 2026 The service Don't expect any hand-holding here. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Mar. 2026 Ludovic Marin | Afp | Getty Images Then, there was the hand-holding moment that went viral between two AI giants. — Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 21 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for hand-holding
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hand-holding
  1. assistance
  2. attention
  3. support
  4. assist
  5. help
  6. service
Noun
  • Those include grocery vouchers, housing vouchers for those who elect to relocate during cleanup, air purifiers, cash assistance and support for utility bills.
    — Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
  • The Mecklenburg County Department of Community Resources said it’s received a steady number of SNAP applications, which reflects demand for assistance, but recipients are declining.
    — Laura Horne, Charlotte Observer, 10 July 2026
Definition of assistance
Noun
  • Hernan Lopez is president of Owl & Co, an advisory firm focused on media and the attention economy.
    — Hernan Lopez, Variety, 10 July 2026
  • Broad panels open the interiors to water and sky, allowing the lake to enter the home without the structure competing for attention.
    — Spencer Elliott, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of attention
Noun
  • Corlys, one of few characters on the show who has survived long enough to ask for a favor in return for his service, shares his plan with Rhaenyra, asking her earnestly for public support from the crown.
    — Zoe Papelis, Vulture, 6 July 2026
  • Ukraine is expected to be central in Ankara, with debate focused on long-term military support, Kyiv’s own defense industry and what NATO can learn from the country after more than four years of full-scale war.
    — Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 6 July 2026
Definition of support
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  • In his first international meeting with England, Messi had a pair of assists on two late-match daggers that pierced through the hearts of Three Lions’ players and supporters.
    — Gavin Godfrey, AJC.com, 16 July 2026
  • Hugo Gonzalez recorded a double-double with 24 points, 10 rebounds and five assists for the Celtics (3-1).
    — Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 16 July 2026
Definition of assist
Noun
  • And they're getting transferred from detention center to detention center across the country so their families can't find them, so their legal help can't find them.
    — Alan Gionet, CBS News, 14 July 2026
  • But that is a high bar that may require documentation and the help of an attorney, which many people filing from prison don't have.
    — Christie Thompson, NPR, 13 July 2026
Definition of help
Noun
  • Ellis said the county and Atlanta’s school board need that tax revenue to fund services like hospitals, courts and childhood education over the next three decades.
    — Shaddi Abusaid, AJC.com, 16 July 2026
  • District Attorney Timothy Good thanked the grand jury for their service.
    — Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 July 2026
Definition of service

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“Hand-holding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hand-holding. Accessed 18 Jul. 2026.

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