hand over

Example Sentences

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A scarcity of talent has, on balance, given workers the upper hand over their employers.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

Doing taxes used to be a very high-touch process, where you’d meet in person with your preparer and hand over all your documents, and they’d complete your return right in front of you.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

It is understood Lord Mandelson will be asked to hand over all documents in scope of the motion, which would include messages with ministers and McSweeney dating back to summer 2024.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

He has gained the upper hand over Iran’s president and other top leaders, they say.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 8, 2026

I turn my hand over and see a spot Nurse Finnegan missed on the outside of my wrist.

From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell