heavy hand
Example Sentences
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"We definitely have a high heat tolerance, which I think makes our cuisine unique. We have a heavy hand when it comes to seasonings, especially Scotch bonnets, which we add to everything."
From BBC • May 31, 2026
Breathing problems, heart problems, allergies, respiratory cancers — MDs realized smog had a heavy hand in them all.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026
A heavy hand will ruin what could be a crisp, flaky texture.
From Salon • Mar. 20, 2025
She groups and stacks items together, while avoiding a heavy hand in any one thing or pattern.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 29, 2024
She put one heavy hand down on top of it.
From "When You Reach Me" by Rebecca Stead
