IN HAND Synonyms: 21 Similar and Opposite Words

in hand

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Definition of in hand

as in pending

not yet settled or decided Decisions about the allocation of funds are still in hand.

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Recent Examples of in hand That’s when Santos finally arrives, sunglasses on, brown paper bag of fries in hand. — Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 21 Oct. 2026 The spacecraft's sampling head sank directly into the asteroid, stopping after burrowing 20 inches (51 centimeters) deep by firing its thrusters at the right time to pull away, with the precious sample in hand. — Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 20 Oct. 2026 Test the theory for yourself by popping the question with this baby in hand. — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 19 Oct. 2026 The docent, red glasses in hand, slumps against the old-time cannon. — George Saunders, New Yorker, 18 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in hand

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