Hand Idioms
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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 ➺
Meaning: The expression is used to describe a generous severance package.
Example: After decades of service, the CEO received a golden handshake upon retirement. Read more ➺
Meaning: readily available or easily accessible for immediate use.
Example: All the necessary documents are at my fingertips for the meeting. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be useful or convenient, especially at some future time.
Example: The extra money will come in handy when we go on vacation. Read more ➺
