Hand Idioms
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Meaning: Without any doubt; clearly the best or most obvious.
Example: This restaurant is hands down the best place to eat in the city. Read more ➺
Meaning: To return to an earlier period or situation in life, history, or circumstances.
Example: She wished she could turn back the hands of time and avoid the mistake that changed her life. Read more ➺
Meaning: To start doing a new activity or job, usually in a skillful way even if new to it.
Example: Would you like to turn your hand to photography this weekend? Read more ➺
Meaning: To shake hands and welcome people in a friendly, public, or political manner.
Example: When the senator arrived, he began to glad-hand supporters, hoping to win their votes. Read more ➺
Meaning: Actively involved in doing something directly, not just supervising or watching.
Example: The manager took a hands-on approach and worked with the team on the shop floor. Read more ➺
Meaning: Doing something very quickly or in large amounts.
Example: The startup grew hand over fist, signing new customers every week so the team expanded fast. Read more ➺
Meaning: An experienced person at a particular task or job.
Example: The chef is an old hand in the kitchen, having worked in top restaurants for over 30 years. Read more ➺
Meaning: Respond sharply and publicly to criticism or insult, especially in a witty or cutting way.
Example: She clapped back at the critic with a sarcastic tweet. Read more ➺
Meaning: Work very closely and harmoniously with someone, often with shared goals.
Example: The marketing team worked hand in glove with the designers to launch the new campaign. Read more ➺
Meaning: Describes a very close relationship between two people or groups, often implying harmony or cooperation.
Example: The manager and the assistant work hand and glove to keep the project running smoothly. Read more ➺
