in hand

Example Sentences

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Sunshine executives say they have key permits in hand, giving the restart an advantage over many domestic mining projects, which often wait years for permits.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

An In-N-Out employee called it a “slow day,” but hundreds of tourists streamed past Harding and through the restaurant doors, suitcases in hand, on their way to and from the airport.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

Paddle in hand, he now collects the rubbish that accumulates in the reeds along the swampy banks to sell to recycling companies.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

Win their games in hand and City would draw level, but Arsenal had the points on the board.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

A group of Lord Fredrick’s friends were gathered around the green-topped table, cues in hand.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood