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as in to pass (down)
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as in to kithe
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Recent Examples of hand down
The Supreme Court is expected to hand down a decision by the end of June.
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Devin Dwyer, ABC News, 5 Mar. 2025
With gel-effect nail polishes (which are formulated to last longer than traditional lacquer) trending, its launched a version that's hands down ahead of the rest.
—Jackie Fields, People.com, 1 Mar. 2025
Alsup handed down the order on a temporary restraining order sought by labor unions and nonprofits in a lawsuit filed by the coalition last week.
—Janie Har The Associated Press, arkansasonline.com, 28 Feb. 2025
This development comes after the White House handed down a one-month delay for tariffs on automakers whose vehicles comply with the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement.
—Spencer Kimball,kevin Breuninger,jesse Pound, CNBC, 5 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for hand down
Devin Dwyer, ABC News, 5 Mar. 2025
With gel-effect nail polishes (which are formulated to last longer than traditional lacquer) trending, its launched a version that's hands down ahead of the rest.
—Jackie Fields, People.com, 1 Mar. 2025
Alsup handed down the order on a temporary restraining order sought by labor unions and nonprofits in a lawsuit filed by the coalition last week.
—Janie Har The Associated Press, arkansasonline.com, 28 Feb. 2025
This development comes after the White House handed down a one-month delay for tariffs on automakers whose vehicles comply with the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement.
—Spencer Kimball,kevin Breuninger,jesse Pound, CNBC, 5 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hand down
Verb
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Though some thought Rodgers might be leaking info himself last week trying to will it into existence, the Vikings haven’t refuted reports of their interest in any way, shape, or form.—
Dane Mizutani,
Twin Cities,
15 Mar. 2025
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Bryant Clark put forth a Herculean effort for Valley Christian down the stretch, trying to will the Warriors back into the game with 17 fourth-quarter points.—
Christian Babcock,
The Mercury News,
5 Mar. 2025
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Informed Consent: Clients should be fully informed about what micro-therapy can and cannot provide.—
Dominique Fluker,
Essence,
19 Mar. 2025
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If feedback leads to changes, such as introducing a simplified claims portal, insurers should inform customers that their input directly influenced these enhancements.—
Meeri Savolainen,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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Boudreaux: The Social Security Administration needs to be notified right away.—
Larry Light,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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Be sure to notify Social Security before filing your tax return, since the IRS uses Social Security records to verify your identity.—
Liz Weston,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Mar. 2025
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Marcus Freiberger, 45, was last heard from on Feb. 21 before he was scheduled to meet a blind date, AZ Central reported.—
Christine Pelisek,
People.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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Some dealers had provided the tax credit to shoppers up front, a new option in 2024, but did not report the sale to the IRS in a timely fashion.—
Camila Domonoske,
NPR,
26 Mar. 2025
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This philosophy manifests in countless small but meaningful ways throughout the beautiful resort.—
Melissa Noel,
Essence,
21 Mar. 2025
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The price for this is around $100, but the same producer’s Yellow Label is selling for half that price and manifests the label’s signature style of ripe fruit and toastiness.—
John Mariani,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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Unlike other brands, Redan breaks down the price of each garment for its members, disclosing its supply chain traceability and cost structure.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
27 Mar. 2025
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Of the 28 expert witnesses disclosed by the prosecution, 18 work for a law enforcement agency.—
Alex Brizee,
Idaho Statesman,
27 Mar. 2025
Verb
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What is first suspected to be bullying or some kind of fight gone wrong is quickly revealed to be an entirely new horror.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
23 Mar. 2025
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Despite her recent accolades — including Emmy, Golden Globe and Screen Actors Guild awards — the actor revealed persistent struggles with self-confidence.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
23 Mar. 2025
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Half of all cases lacked the electronic communications necessary to keep national headquarters apprised about field investigations.—
David Williams,
Baltimore Sun,
29 Jan. 2025
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The consignor, apprised of the Grünbaum provenance, asked Christie’s to help mediate an agreement with Grünbaum’s heirs, according to Boll.—
Catherine Hickley,
New York Times,
21 Feb. 2025
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“Hand down.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hand%20down. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.
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