Italian hand
Americannoun
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a medieval script, used in early printing and later considered a standard of fine handwriting.
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subtlety, or craftiness.
I sense his fine Italian hand in this matter.
Example Sentences
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There was even a two-minute video on Italian hand gestures.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2026
When Apple released iOS 14.2 in 2020, it introduced some landmark new emoji, like the “frustrated Italian hand gesture” and bubble tea.
From The Verge • Mar. 25, 2022
Now, everything from design and production to product development is done with an Italian hand.
From New York Times • Mar. 8, 2022
That’s when the full range of Italian hand gestures begins and his body language says more about Everton’s level than he would voice in public.
From The Guardian • Sep. 2, 2020
"Without knowing any more of the details than that letter gives, I'd be willing to bet a month's pay that this is the fine Italian hand of Mr. J. Wesley Cortwright!"
From The City of Numbered Days by Lynde, Francis
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