as in direct
actively and personally involved in something
Supervisors at the company are expected to take a hands-on role in the projects of their subordinates.
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Recent Examples of hands-on
Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 14 Feb. 2025
The clay boxes had strings that closed a sliding door, indicating that mouse-trapping was a hands-on activity.
—Emilie Le Beau Lucchesi, Discover Magazine, 14 Feb. 2025
An interactive hands-on experience where children can learn about trucks and vehicles, honk their horns and interact with the drivers.
—Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 13 Feb. 2025
One benefit that truly highlights the airline’s commitment to service is its support desk, which offers hands-on, personalized assistance from entertainment travel experts 24/7.
—Cat Cardenas, Variety, 13 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
This hands-on experience not only enhances your meal but also deepens your connection.
—Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 14 Feb. 2025
The clay boxes had strings that closed a sliding door, indicating that mouse-trapping was a hands-on activity.
—Emilie Le Beau Lucchesi, Discover Magazine, 14 Feb. 2025
An interactive hands-on experience where children can learn about trucks and vehicles, honk their horns and interact with the drivers.
—Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 13 Feb. 2025
One benefit that truly highlights the airline’s commitment to service is its support desk, which offers hands-on, personalized assistance from entertainment travel experts 24/7.
—Cat Cardenas, Variety, 13 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hands-on
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Laser direct infrared imaging—an advanced form of microscopy using laser light—was used to detect and count the microplastic particles in each bird's lungs.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Feb. 2025
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The claim: Zelenskyy blocked access to Truth Social in Ukraine A Feb. 20 Threads post (direct link, archive link) claims a social media platform launched years ago by President Donald Trump is no longer available in a certain country.—
Chris Mueller,
USA TODAY,
28 Feb. 2025
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As well as being the most active stratovolcano in the world, Mount Etna is also Europe’s highest volcano, at about 3,350 meters (almost 11,000 feet) tall.—
Billy Stockwell,
CNN,
18 Feb. 2025
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But nondenominational churches tend to be more active in this space, given their relative independence and flexibility, said Jakob King, the minister of administration at Eagle Christian Church.—
Sarah Cutler,
Idaho Statesman,
18 Feb. 2025
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Reclaimed white pine flooring by the Hudson Company stands in handsome contrast to board-and-batten paneling in the primary bathroom, where the tub is by Randolph Morris.—
Elizabeth Fazzare,
Architectural Digest,
17 Feb. 2025
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Testers considered performance across four primary categories: efficacy, texture and experience, fragrance, and packaging.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
17 Feb. 2025
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“Hands-on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hands-on. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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