- present tense form of handcuff (3rd person singular).
handcuffs
Example Sentences
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Backing down from his promise made him look foolish, and if he hadn’t, he might have been the one to end up in handcuffs.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 22, 2026
He took the extra time to brush his teeth and comb his hair, before putting on his blue jumpsuit and getting ushered into a van in handcuffs.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 10, 2026
Professional investment advisers have to wear handcuffs when they manage clients’ money.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 26, 2026
He is then approached by two National Guard troops, and the video shows that he was later placed in handcuffs, with US Park Police also standing around.
From BBC ● Jun. 21, 2026
He removed the handcuffs and said a few words, then they both got in their patrol cars and drove off.
From "It All Comes Down to This" by Karen English
