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hand

[hand] / hænd /




NOUN
handwriting
Synonyms
NOUN
round of applause
Synonyms


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He followed up with the cat meme: a six-second clip that showed a hand adjusting a necktie on a fluffy gray cat.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

“When have I ever been mad at you? I’m proud of you,” she said, holding my hand.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

You might be in the habit of keeping a certain amount of cash on hand for emergencies, but how much interest are you earning on that money?

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

The federal government, on the other hand, historically has played a much more limited role in election regulation and administration.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

Kathy knew the rez like the back of her hand.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith