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hand

[hand] / hænd /




NOUN
handwriting
Synonyms
NOUN
round of applause
Synonyms


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On the one hand, the Constitution is moribund with respect to formal amendment.

From Salon • May 18, 2026

Big G, on the other hand, is considered universal.

From Science Daily • May 18, 2026

In the kitchen, hand-carved ceramic birds, whales, elephants and owls look out from the counters, surrounded by lidded cache pots and heavy candlestick holders that feel good in your hand.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was on hand in Norfolk, Virginia to welcome home the largest aircraft carrier in the world, the US military said on X.

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

Awesiinh picks up his drumsticks, twirls one in his hand, then taps my shoulder with it.

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




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