hand over

Example Sentences

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Its persuasive power seems more aimed at appealing to the sensibilities of the justices who, one could assume, wouldn’t want to hand over their papers, more than a real legal argument.

From Slate • Apr. 9, 2026

His name appears just below Dhillon’s on filings in the department’s lawsuits demanding that states hand over voter lists that contain sensitive personal information.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

A scarcity of talent has, on balance, given workers the upper hand over their employers.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

You should never be required to hand over the keys to the car.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

I ask, running my hand over its pebbly face.

From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko