in hand
Idioms-
Accessible at the present time, as in The company has very little cash in hand . [Late 1300s]
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Under one's control or authority, as in The police had the situation well in hand . [Early 1600s]
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In process, being settled, as in He was willing to give full attention to the matter in hand . [Late 1300s] Also see in one's hands .
Example Sentences
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"The soil here is so full of natural nutrients, it's a fantastic opportunity to demonstrate how farming and nature go hand in hand."
From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026
He seemed like someone who would say whatever was required of him at the moment in hand, and to say it without a light behind his eyes.
From Slate • Jun. 23, 2026
The “Firework” hitmaker and Trudeau confirmed their relationship in October, when they stepped out hand in hand at a cabaret show in Paris, where they had been celebrating Perry’s birthday.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 12, 2026
Khâluna — I arrived at Khâluna straight from the train station, suitcase in hand, and was immediately blown away.
From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026
Harriet was there, waiting—fishing pole in hand and a pile of gear at her feet.
From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn
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