hand on
Example Sentences
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That night, he gently placed his hand on mine and told me he wanted to see where this went.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 18, 2026
He has also pledged a heavy hand on crime, which polls show is voters' main concern.
From Barron's ● Sep. 11, 2026
From leading by 105 runs with nine second-innings wickets in hand on the second afternoon, the tourists were beaten before the day ended.
From BBC ● Aug. 20, 2026
This summer, the technological race continues as the two sides vie for the upper hand on land, at sea and in the skies.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026
I put my hand on his arm to stop him from saying what I wanted to say myself.
From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff
