take a hand

Example Sentences

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Even more so when the Iranian people inevitably take a hand one day and overturn the game board.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

Burbano had learned from experience when to offer condolences — when to pat a shoulder or take a hand — and when to give a wider berth.

From New York Times • Mar. 29, 2023

They’d seen offensive production slow considerably in the two weeks preceding the All-Star break, which coincided with a different Burakovsky injury suffered when he appeared to take a hand slash during a practice.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 7, 2023

But being in power means the party feels it can take a hand in helping to shape events, and the actions which much follow words of solidarity.

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2022

I take a hand to my chin and push it toward her.

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer