hands-off

Example Sentences

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Buffett, however, took a more hands-off approach to Berkshire’s operations, while Abel is keenly involved in managing the businesses and is trying to boost returns at lagging subsidiaries.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

McCullum and Key took a more hands-off approach to the England team which critics felt led to an overly relaxed environment.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

In late 2025, Rivian outlined plans to introduce hands-off, eyes-off driving and develop its own artificial-intelligence chips.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 12, 2026

Among other results, China might reconsider its relatively hands-off attitude toward the U.S.-dominated Persian Gulf.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026

A hands-off policy had backfired, the insurgents had gathered strength.

From "The Milagro Beanfield War" by John Nichols