hands

Example Sentences

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Robert’s hands flew up to his ears, asking for a replay review.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 7, 2026

As the rest of the soccer world wrung its hands over the consequences of political interference with what happened on the pitch, the U.S. remained unapologetic.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 7, 2026

“I immediately ducked down, put my hands up, and covered my head,” she said.

From Slate • Jul. 7, 2026

"Once they're out of US hands, you can do with them whatever you want," one ex-State Department official told AFP of what he saw.

From Barron's • Jul. 7, 2026

Hannah gives me prayer hands with a smile and watery eyes.

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