hand in

verb

handed in; handing in; hands in

transitive verb

: submit sense 2
hand in your homework

Examples of hand in in a Sentence

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As brain bleeds and heart health go hand in hand, Saphier promotes heart-healthy living as a way to decrease risk. Angelica Stabile, Fox News, 11 Dec. 2024 This designation is a case where conservation and monetary value can go hand in hand. Andrew McKean, Outdoor Life, 11 Dec. 2024 The two often go hand in hand, with most people seeking both results. Tori Crowther, Allure, 11 Dec. 2024 For someone who hadn’t played shortstop regularly since high school, Betts held his own before breaking his hand in June, recording three defensive runs saved in 65 games at the position. Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 10 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for hand in 

Word History

First Known Use

1623, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of hand in was in 1623

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“Hand in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hand%20in. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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