as in direct
actively and personally involved in something
Supervisors at the company are expected to take a hands-on role in the projects of their subordinates.
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Recent Examples of hands on
Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Sep. 2025
But General Motors employees today solve problems that require hands-on methods in the same room ― even on opposite ends of the country.
—Jackie Charniga, Freep.com, 24 Sep. 2025
Breakthrough offers $5,000 grants along with hands-on training, mentorship, and community.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 23 Sep. 2025
The family-friendly celebration will feature food, artisan vendors, line dancing, hands-on activities, an opportunity drawing and more.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Sep. 2025
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Verb
Activity and Craft-Based Countdown Calendar For a hands-on approach, skip edible fillers and turn your calendar into a countdown for a craft or activity.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Sep. 2025
But General Motors employees today solve problems that require hands-on methods in the same room ― even on opposite ends of the country.
—Jackie Charniga, Freep.com, 24 Sep. 2025
Breakthrough offers $5,000 grants along with hands-on training, mentorship, and community.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 23 Sep. 2025
The family-friendly celebration will feature food, artisan vendors, line dancing, hands-on activities, an opportunity drawing and more.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hands on
Adjective
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By sidestepping the fragile transfer process and enabling direct fabrication on liquid, Xu’s method could transform how scientists design lightweight, adaptable technologies across multiple fields.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Sep. 2025
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Sandurz, an underling of Dark Helmet’s, is not a direct parody of any Star Wars character but plays a part similar to that of General Veers or Admiral Piett in the original series.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
25 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Gadsden was active Sunday for the first time in his NFL career.—
Daniel Popper,
New York Times,
22 Sep. 2025
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Also, keeping your dogs and cats active is a great brain activity and keeps them healthy both mentally and physically.—
Jamie L. LaReau,
USA Today,
21 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The primary role of liaisons is to remove any barriers for students that would prevent them from accessing their education, said Valerie Gyroy, the academic advisor for families with housing insecurity with the Chandler Unified School District.—
Erick Trevino,
AZCentral.com,
27 Sep. 2025
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Our silky sateen Violet Gem Sheet Set brings just the right amount of moodiness to your primary or guest bedroom.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Sep. 2025
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“Hands on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hands%20on. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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