hand
noun
the terminal, prehensile part of the upper limb in humans and other primates, consisting of the wrist, metacarpal area, fingers, and thumb.
is handing
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present progressiveof hand (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Each time I tune in—which is every day now—it feels as if someone cooler than me is handing me a mixtape made with care, exactly how finding new music should feel.
From Slate ● Apr. 12, 2026
"The government is handing both the Environment Agency and local authorities the power to boost waste crime enforcement, hand out tougher sentences and tackle illegal dumping faster," she added.
From BBC ● Mar. 18, 2026
One issue that could be a concern is handing off the football, especially on runs to the right side when a quarterback typically would be using his left hand.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 1, 2025
Taipei resident Jay Tsai hopes he never needs the crisis guide Taiwan is handing out to millions of households across the island, which faces threats of natural disasters and a Chinese invasion.
From Barron's ● Nov. 21, 2025
“Everybody’s still at the motel,” said Akimi, “because Dr. Z is handing out those scholarships tonight at the closing ceremonies.”
From "Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics" by Chris Grabenstein
