hand down

Example Sentences

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The Federal Open Market Committee is set to hand down its latest decision on rates at 2 p.m.

From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026

The only blemish was when Glenn put one hand down on her final jump — the same triple loop that cost her in her short program.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 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

It will likely hand down a ruling next summer.

From Salon • Dec. 9, 2025

Not saying a word, Grandpa ran his hand down in his pocket, pulled out the money I had given him, and handed it to me.

From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls