helping hand

Example Sentences

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Even if they take part in the new Advanced Placement Business With Personal Finance course or in a college economics class, they may still need a helping hand with the practical stuff.

From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026

Parkkonen, who appears on stage as enigmatic and brooding while lamenting his unanswered love next to a flaming confessional, hoped the song will serve as "a helping hand".

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

Tokyo used its financial muscle to offer a helping hand to Asian neighbors, especially in Southeast Asia, making available roughly $10 billion in emergency loans.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

"Not in sentimental or grand gestures, but gentle ones. A moment of listening, a word of comfort, a friendly conversation, a helping hand, presence."

From BBC • Dec. 2, 2025

She sighs but, with a helping hand, climbs onto the seat next to the man.

From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland