hand over

Example Sentences

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Law enforcement can still compel companies to hand over user activity if they believe a crime has been committed.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

Once he knew we both were in place, we were to hand over our envelopes, which contained the news release the sports world was anticipating.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

You arrive, look the thing over, act a little indifferent, maybe negotiate, then hand over cash or Venmo the seller and leave.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

It follows a controversial health deal between the two countries last year, in which Kenya agreed to hand over vast amounts of health data to the US in exchange for billions of dollars in aid.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Then there were some whispers and a thwip sound as somebody put a hand over the microphone, but you could still hear voices and a few words: “...matches...horrible wet cigar...get rid of that bear...”

From "The Best School Year Ever" by Barbara Robinson