hand down

Example Sentences

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He put his hand down after a jump, but the mistake only seemed to fuel him as he finished with a flourish, changing the back-half of his program to earn back extra points.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 8, 2026

Whether that will affect 2026 depends on when they hand down the opinion and how quickly the states could adapt.

From Salon • Jan. 23, 2026

The Supreme Court could issue its ruling on the case as soon as Wednesday, when it is next expected to hand down opinions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 12, 2026

The court has adjourned, with the judge expected to hand down a sentencing later on Thursday.

From BBC • Nov. 20, 2025

Would he bring his hand down to touch me, or would he just push me away?

From "How It Went Down" by Kekla Magoon