lay hands on
Example Sentences
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Most artificial-intelligence companies are so desperate for computing capacity that they will use any advanced chip they can lay hands on, but switching to a new computing system can be complex and costly.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026
He said she did not lay hands on the security guard but was desperate to keep a hold of the bag and its contents.
From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026
So I completely get why Larry David would lay hands on the world’s kindliest Muppet on live TV.
From Salon • Feb. 9, 2024
Laird has said the Department of Corrections agreed to Stouffer’s request that the Rev. Howard Potts, a Baptist minister, be allowed to lay hands on him during the procedure.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 23, 2021
‘I guess this is just exactly where he meant to bring us. Gollum! If ever I lay hands on you again, you’ll be sorry for it.’
From "The Two Towers" by J. R. R. Tolkien
