1
as in control
the ability to direct the course of something
the final decision is in your hands
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2
as in enjoyment
the fact or state of having (something) at one's disposal
I'd like to get my hands on that vintage Cadillac convertible
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1
as in provides
to put (something) into the possession of someone for use or consumption
was happy to hand her grandmother's cookie recipes to the parish ladies to put in their cookbook
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2
as in passes
to shift possession of (something) from one person to another
the clerk handed her the receipt
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as in leaves
to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another
handed me her bundles while she fished for her house keys
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Recent Examples of hands
Alysa Guffey, IndyStar, 2 Oct. 2025
Switzerland, like Germany, built its 20th-century industrial economy on training and valuing all types of workers—those that work with their hands and those that work at a desk.
—Peter Vanham, Fortune, 2 Oct. 2025
Unlike others of his ilk, Dexter has honed his compulsion and focuses only on bad people in Miami who slip through the hands of justice.
—Barry Garron, HollywoodReporter, 1 Oct. 2025
Place the whole thing in the regular trash, and wash your hands.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 1 Oct. 2025
His light feet, natural flexibility and strong hands were reasons to be excited about his college tape, and all of those have translated well to the pro game.
—Dane Brugler, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
The Broncos played all but South Carolina last year and enjoyed mixed results — a 5-0 loss at the hands of eventual national champions TCU was accompanied by a pair of victories over Arizona (3-2, 3-2), and one loss apiece against Arizona State (3-2) and Florida State (4-1).
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 24 Sep. 2025
The girls were found dead on June 2 with plastic bags over their heads and evidence that their hands had been zip-tied near their father's truck.
—Natalie Neysa Alund, USA Today, 24 Sep. 2025
One week later, they were seen holding hands once again following a dinner in Los Angeles.
—Jack Irvin, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2025
Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 2 Oct. 2025
Strong secondary Single-digit jersey numbers are so coveted that Lewis hands them out personally rather than leaving it to SDSU’s equipment manager.
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Sep. 2025
The lift test starts when a person hands the robot a plastic storage container filled with houseplants.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 22 Sep. 2025
Mars in Scorpio hands us the tools.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 21 Sep. 2025
Chase Jenkins #4 of the Rice Owls hands the ball to Quinton Jackson #10 during the game against the Houston Cougars at Rice Stadium on September 06, 2025 in Houston, Texas.
—Kilty Cleary, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Sep. 2025
For example, someone offers you a step stool and hands you the light bulb.
—Melanie Draheim, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
The scandal also hands fresh ammunition to Nigel Farage’s far-right Reform Party, which is already leading in the polls.
—Ben Smith, semafor.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Myke hands her her acoustic guitar and gives her a kiss.
—Allison P. Davis, Vulture, 8 Sep. 2025
Noun
The land changed hands as developers pitched grand ideas to no avail.
—Alysa Guffey, IndyStar, 2 Oct. 2025
Switzerland, like Germany, built its 20th-century industrial economy on training and valuing all types of workers—those that work with their hands and those that work at a desk.
—Peter Vanham, Fortune, 2 Oct. 2025
Unlike others of his ilk, Dexter has honed his compulsion and focuses only on bad people in Miami who slip through the hands of justice.
—Barry Garron, HollywoodReporter, 1 Oct. 2025
Place the whole thing in the regular trash, and wash your hands.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 1 Oct. 2025
His light feet, natural flexibility and strong hands were reasons to be excited about his college tape, and all of those have translated well to the pro game.
—Dane Brugler, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
The Broncos played all but South Carolina last year and enjoyed mixed results — a 5-0 loss at the hands of eventual national champions TCU was accompanied by a pair of victories over Arizona (3-2, 3-2), and one loss apiece against Arizona State (3-2) and Florida State (4-1).
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 24 Sep. 2025
The girls were found dead on June 2 with plastic bags over their heads and evidence that their hands had been zip-tied near their father's truck.
—Natalie Neysa Alund, USA Today, 24 Sep. 2025
One week later, they were seen holding hands once again following a dinner in Los Angeles.
—Jack Irvin, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2025
Verb
Satya Nadella hands him marketing, operations, and the title of CEO of Microsoft's commercial business.
—Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 2 Oct. 2025
Strong secondary Single-digit jersey numbers are so coveted that Lewis hands them out personally rather than leaving it to SDSU’s equipment manager.
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Sep. 2025
The lift test starts when a person hands the robot a plastic storage container filled with houseplants.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 22 Sep. 2025
Mars in Scorpio hands us the tools.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 21 Sep. 2025
Chase Jenkins #4 of the Rice Owls hands the ball to Quinton Jackson #10 during the game against the Houston Cougars at Rice Stadium on September 06, 2025 in Houston, Texas.
—Kilty Cleary, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Sep. 2025
For example, someone offers you a step stool and hands you the light bulb.
—Melanie Draheim, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
The scandal also hands fresh ammunition to Nigel Farage’s far-right Reform Party, which is already leading in the polls.
—Ben Smith, semafor.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Myke hands her her acoustic guitar and gives her a kiss.
—Allison P. Davis, Vulture, 8 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hands
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The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette maintains full editorial control over this article and all other coverage.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
2 Oct. 2025
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Going forward, the chain may need to hire a police detail to traffic control, the chief said.—
Patricia Gallagher Newberry,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Set within the magical world of Harry Potter, this interactive book features two detachable plush characters, a peek-a-boo flap, textured pages, and other sensory elements for baby’s enjoyment.—
Pamela Brill,
Parents,
2 Oct. 2025
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Their goal was to create detergents and fabric care items that not only perform at the highest level but also bring a sense of refinement and enjoyment to the daily routine.—
Wyles Daniel,
AZCentral.com,
2 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The former gives concrete structure to Trump’s older ideas to develop the Gaza Strip as a real estate venture; the latter provides a framework for an international military force that would police the strip for the foreseeable future.—
Asher Kaufman,
The Conversation,
30 Sep. 2025
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Powerback Rehabilitation, which provides services at Town Village retirement community in Leawood, challenged the broad religious exemption by suing the Kansas Department of Labor.—
Matthew Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
29 Sep. 2025
Verb
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But Democrats want a deal now, and Republicans say nothing can happen until their bill passes.—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
30 Sep. 2025
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As Imelda passes near Bermuda, 2 to 4 inches — 50 to 100 mm — of rainfall is expected from Wednesday into Thursday.—
MIAMI HERALD HURRICANE BOT,
Miami Herald,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Pros Leaf raking is quiet, so there are no time constraints; Collecting leaves manually not only avoids disturbing neighbors or wildlife, is also does not cause air pollution.—
Luke Miller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Sep. 2025
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So, that leaves two positions, and there’s a good chance they’ll be filled by offseason acquisitions.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Fellow defensive tackle Daron Payne missed another on Atlanta’s subsequent series, and Jacob Martin let Robinson slip through his grasp on a second-and-1 run that turned into a four-yard gain.—
Nicki Jhabvala,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
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However, with the game largely out of grasp before the first series of the second half, Hubbard and Dowdle continued to take a backseat on offense.—
Mike Kaye
September 28,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Protect your property and possessions from fire, theft, and other unexpected perils.—
Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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His record includes larceny, theft, and marijuana possession, the agency said.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
Verb
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In college football, each team supplies the footballs for when its offense is on the field.—
David Ubben,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
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The players were prepared to give Jones whatever emotional support was needed, just as Jones supplies that type of passion to the defense.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Hands.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hands. Accessed 5 Oct. 2025.
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