Language of the Day: Hand Related Sayings
Today we’ll look at a handful of idioms, phrasal verbs, and saying that are all related to hands! 👋
Handful: 1. a small quantity, 2. a person who is very difficult to deal with or control
“Due to the rainstorm, we only had a handful of customers today.”
“Billy is such a handful that we had to ask his mom to stay for soccer practice because he keeps picking fights with the other kids on the team.”
Firsthand: to experience something yourself
“My grandfather was a young man during the war so he has a lot of firsthand stories from that time.”
Out of hand: to get out of control
“The customers got out of hand during the Black Friday sale last year, so this year we hired extra staff to help out.”
Hands down: unquestionably, without a doubt
“The original movie was hands down better than the re-make.”
Hands tied: not having the ability to help or take action
“Sorry, my hands are tied because the policy states that we can’t make any exceptions.”
In good hands: being looked after by an important person or organization
“My best friend is taking care of my dog while I’m out of town, so I know he’s in good hands.”
Hand in hand: two people or things that are closely related or connected
“Sometimes it feels like work and stress go hand in hand.”
