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hands-off

[handz-awf, -of] / ˈhændzˈɔf, -ˈɒf /


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If you’re ready to wind down the farm and bar, perhaps you could keep the record-holder business if it’s relatively hands-off and continues to provide good income.

From MarketWatch Aug. 11, 2026

Burgers are the obvious choice, but smoked meatloaf stuffed with cheese is mostly hands-off and packs a hell of a punch.

From Salon Jul. 12, 2026

Barr has pushed for tighter supervision while Bowman, a former community banker and state bank commissioner, has advocated for a more hands-off approach.

From Barron's Jun. 24, 2026

Critics faulted his hands-off approach to financial regulation.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 22, 2026

The Thunderhead’s hands-off policy when it came to scythes meant that scythe’s images were not tagged in any way.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman



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