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
Stephanie Ogilvie, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 June 2026
Facial massage is an umbrella term for many different hands-on techniques to manipulate facial muscles, fascia and the lymphatic system.
—Lauren Finney Harden, AJC.com, 10 June 2026
Only 15 minutes of hands-on time goes into the side dish recipe that friends and family can't stop raving over.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 10 June 2026
Now, his focus will resume on more hands-on producing on Netflix’s upcoming development and programming.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 10 June 2026
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Adjective
Ramona High School’s Agriculture Department and FFA students have wrapped up a standout spring season with state championships, top individual finishes, leadership honors and hands-on community outreach.
—Stephanie Ogilvie, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 June 2026
Facial massage is an umbrella term for many different hands-on techniques to manipulate facial muscles, fascia and the lymphatic system.
—Lauren Finney Harden, AJC.com, 10 June 2026
Only 15 minutes of hands-on time goes into the side dish recipe that friends and family can't stop raving over.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 10 June 2026
Now, his focus will resume on more hands-on producing on Netflix’s upcoming development and programming.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 10 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hands-on
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Organized tours in Samaná Bay allow tourists to come into direct contact with marine life, making this activity a must-do in the region.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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Tehran signaled that Israeli military action against its regional allies could also trigger a direct Iranian response.—
Abbas Al Lawati,
CNN Money,
10 June 2026
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The Red Wings' decade-long postseason drought now stands as the NHL's longest active run after the Buffalo Sabres qualified for the playoffs for the first time in 15 years this season.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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As of the spring 2025 season, UConn supported 1,187 active club sports athletes, with teams ranging anywhere from 7 members on polo to 112 on running.—
Dr. J. Lee Peters,
Hartford Courant,
8 June 2026
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These powerful systems are well-suited for developing and tuning edge models and agents, but are not primary robotics deployment platforms.—
Bill Curtis,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Other highlights include a gym and a plush primary suite flaunting a stainless-steel fireplace.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
11 June 2026
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“Hands-on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hands-on. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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