hands-on
Example Sentences
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Rights to the show changed hands on multiple occasions over the years, says Stewart, and toymaker Mattel currently holds them.
From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026
Similar to past sales of its kind, some people queued for days to get their hands on one of the eight models.
From BBC • May 18, 2026
Others stayed put, waiting days more to get their hands on the product, while independent watch connoisseurs started working furiously to make straps that can turn the pocket watch into a more traditional wristpiece.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026
Another buyer, who gave his name as Mac, said he had managed to get his hands on one after five days of queueing.
From Barron's • May 16, 2026
Dr. Achebe tentatively put his hands on Coal’s shoulders, as if he was trying to soothe him but was unsure of how best to help.
From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste
