change hands
Example Sentences
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The lots last changed hands in 2008, and since then the owners had tried to get the zoning changed from commercial to residential and build nearly 600 units.
From Washington Post
“Between Studio City and Burbank there are four iconic studio lots. Disney, Warner Bros. and Universal haven’t changed hands for over 100 years,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times
The lead changed hands nine times in the opening session, with no team getting up by more than five points.
From Washington Times
The lead would change hands 10 more times down the stretch, the last of those off Cleveland’s desperation heave.
From Seattle Times
Fleury-devant-Douaumont, France — a village razed in World War I, changing hands 16 times in fighting between French and German troops from June to August 1916.
From Seattle Times
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