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adjective

Definition of hands-onnext
as in direct
actively and personally involved in something Supervisors at the company are expected to take a hands-on role in the projects of their subordinates.

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verb

present tense third-person singular of hand on
as in passes (down)

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Recent Examples of hands-on
Adjective
There will be guided walks through oak woodlands, hands-on nature science, journaling, sketching and creative projects inspired by Muir’s notebooks, baking sourdough bread using a 147-year-old starter, as well as outdoor games and team challenges. — Joan Morris, Mercury News, 6 July 2026 Other booths included photo opportunities dressed in traditional Colonial garb, hands-on historical exhibits and interactive displays that offered visitors a break from the oppressive heat. — Mike Stunson, USA Today, 4 July 2026 There are fermentation workshops and hands-on Soba to Ōmugi lunches happening regularly in P72, plus a weekly immersive design tour led by general manager Ellen Franke. — Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026 Karl Mayer has incorporated its long-running academy training program into the TIC, offering machine training, workshops and hands-on development support aimed at technicians, brand employees, service specialists and textile students. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for hands-on
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hands-on
  1. direct
  2. active
  3. primary
Adjective
  • Not all applications are suitable for a direct switch, but the price gap, measured as the copper-to-aluminum price ratio, has blown out to one of the highest on record.
    — Tim Treadgold, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
  • Muse Image will be available for consumers to access for free via the Meta AI app and site, WhatsApp direct messages and Instagram Stories.
    — Jonathan Vanian, CNBC, 7 July 2026
Definition of direct
Adjective
  • Despite these complexities, active carriers maintain powerful air wings with F/A-18 Super Hornets and other advanced aircraft.
    — Peter Suciu, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
  • This Eytino bikini set is comfortable and athletic enough for a long, active day at the beach.
    — Laurie Lyons-Makaimoku, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2026
Definition of active
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  • The former second-round pick is suddenly one of the Lakers’ primary summer league players and hopes to use the experience as an important stepping stone, building up his game while also establishing a leadership voice.
    — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
  • Both the primary and extension drive use the standard 1/4-inch hex specification, which, according to the creators, will cover over 95% of random everyday tasks – from bicycle maintenance to small home repairs and furniture assembly.
    — Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 6 July 2026
Definition of primary

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