high hand
Example Sentences
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The rookie left tackle Matt Kalil was particularly impressive, showing great ferocity and strength on his high hand punch.
From New York Times • Sep. 12, 2012
Bishop Manning began to carry things with what some people called a high hand.
From Time Magazine Archive
Somewhat frustrated by having to work without color, Adrian compensates himself by taking a high hand with his temperamental charges.
From Time Magazine Archive
Gen. Butler also was in the lobby when Williams reeled up to him and warned him he could not rule with a high hand in the West.
From Time Magazine Archive
It is curious that all through history, movements like that which had gained such force and impetus in Spain have been met with the high hand of oppression.
From The History of Cuba, vol. 3 by Johnson, Willis Fletcher
