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
Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 July 2025
Sign up to The Selection newsletter for hands-on product reviews, expert shopping tips and a look at the best deals and sales each week.
—Josh Feldman, NBC news, 10 July 2025
The Children’s Village offers hands-on activities, storytelling, games and crafts that inspire cultural pride.
—Duante Beddingfield, Freep.com, 9 July 2025
Organizers of the event have since taken responsibility for the tardiness, but in case anyone is still confused, Hill has now shared a firm statement on Instagram, thanking the festival for speaking up and outlining her hands-on approach to live performances.
—Shania Russell, EW.com, 9 July 2025
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Verb
It’s designed to present fun, hands-on activities alongside education, said Therrin Protze, chief operating officer of the visitor complex.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 July 2025
Sign up to The Selection newsletter for hands-on product reviews, expert shopping tips and a look at the best deals and sales each week.
—Josh Feldman, NBC news, 10 July 2025
The Children’s Village offers hands-on activities, storytelling, games and crafts that inspire cultural pride.
—Duante Beddingfield, Freep.com, 9 July 2025
Organizers of the event have since taken responsibility for the tardiness, but in case anyone is still confused, Hill has now shared a firm statement on Instagram, thanking the festival for speaking up and outlining her hands-on approach to live performances.
—Shania Russell, EW.com, 9 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hands on
Adjective
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Avoid sun exposure: Avoid direct sun exposure, protect yourself and check on vulnerable relatives and neighbors.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
11 July 2025
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Automated processes for service eligibility, resource allocation and outcome tracking direct aid to those who need it most, quickly and efficiently.—
Daniel Brillman,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
Adjective
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State records show that Glass House holds multiple active licenses to grow cannabis.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
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These insects have been active since the end of June.—
Chris McKeown,
The Enquirer,
12 July 2025
Adjective
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About one-third of American workers now earn income from a source other than a traditional nine-to-five job, whether this is their primary occupation or a side hustle.—
Liya Palagashvili,
National Review,
11 July 2025
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Fortunately, the various streaming platforms that ride sidecar with the primary ratings engine of TV are recapturing a healthy percentage of the younger crowd who represent the future of sports consumption.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
11 July 2025
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“Hands on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hands%20on. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.
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