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adjective

Definition of hands-onnext
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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verb

present tense third-person singular of hand on
as in passes (down)

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Recent Examples of hands-on
Adjective
The academy is designed to give residents an insight into the inner workings of the police department through lectures and hands-on demonstrations, police said in a news release. — Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 16 July 2026 The farm runs educational programs for children, providing hands-on tours that teach students how soil and water are used to grow food, Hoze said. — Sofia Williams, Sacbee.com, 15 July 2026 Sign up for The Selection newsletter for hands-on product reviews, expert shopping tips and a look at the best deals and sales each week. — NBC news, 15 July 2026 The two sat down and watched film, all so Mueller could be hands-on in showing Ajayi exactly what the Hornets are looking for from him. — Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 13 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for hands-on
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hands-on
  1. direct
  2. active
  3. primary
Adjective
  • This was a different era, when most teams at that level would have played direct, physical football.
    — James Pearce, New York Times, 22 July 2026
  • The last major hurricane to hit Miami-Dade County was the catastrophic Hurricane Andrew in 1992, but the city did not take a direct hit.
    — Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 21 July 2026
Definition of direct
Adjective
  • Crochet missed the initial wins due to his routine, which differs significantly from those of active players.
    — Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 22 July 2026
  • During the Champions League celebrations, before La Reina’s departure was public, Putellas was very active in supporting Serrajordi, including featuring her in a post-game, pre-party Instagram Live.
    — Laia Cervelló Herrero, New York Times, 22 July 2026
Definition of active
Adjective
  • Because, as a one-off measure, FIFA would not have been the primary beneficiary.
    — Henry Bushnell, New York Times, 21 July 2026
  • Detectives identified Stevenson Tuimavave as the primary suspect and obtained warrants for his arrest and a search of his home, police said.
    — Molly Gibbs, Mercury News, 21 July 2026
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“Hands-on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hands-on. Accessed 23 Jul. 2026.

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