hand over

Example Sentences

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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

"If you want to fight organized crime, hand over our criminals who are in the United States," Lula said, highlighting that weapons from the US were being "smuggled into Brazil".

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

Washington wants Iran to commit in the framework agreement to a lengthy suspension of its enrichment program and hand over its near-weapons grade fissile material to the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

I quickly clapped a hand over my mouth and held my breath.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler