unhanded

Definition of unhandednext
past tense of unhand

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for unhanded
Verb
  • In a preseason contest against Arizona, though, Webb was handed the play-calling reins and widely impressed in a 27-7 win.
    Luca Evans, Denver Post, 7 Jan. 2026
  • Over the last few years, HBO has handed Maher a two season deal each time, the last one in 2024.
    Peter White, Deadline, 7 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • The couple's appearance comes just days after Cher appeared on Shepard's Armchair Expert and dropped a few awkward moments with the hosts.
    Katie Hill, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
  • On Philadelphia's final drive, Brown dropped a pass on third-and-five from quarterback Jalen Hurts that went right through his hands.
    Tom Ignudo, CBS News, 12 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • The new mom gave a baby update in December, sharing a photo of her baby bump in the mirror along with other snapshots.
    Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
  • Marshall Chiles, who founded the Laughing Skull Lounge in Midtown, gave The Atlanta Journal-Constitution an exclusive tour of the 6,000-square-foot space behind Dancing Goats Coffee Shop.
    Rodney Ho, AJC.com, 7 Jan. 2026
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“Unhanded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unhanded. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.

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