Dictionary of synonyms

Synonyms and antonyms of the word: in the hands of

Synonyms:

Synonyms that are in the dictionary are marked in green. Synonyms that are not in the dictionary are marked in red.

Antonyms:

Antonyms that are in the dictionary are marked in green. Antonyms that are not in the dictionary are marked in red.

Usage examples:

Abortion is now in the hands of the states.

Source: https://abovethelaw.com/2023/11/abortion-dobbs-and-the-republican-field/

According to the Gospel of John, Judas Iscariot received 30 silver coins, or in today’s money, around $340, to betray Jesus and put him in the hands of Caiaphas.

Source: https://greekreporter.com/2023/04/13/judas-betray-jesus-money-today/

After another stop, the C’s put the ball in the hands of White again, and he found a lane to the hoop for a layup that put the C’s up three with a minute remaining.

Source: https://www.bostonherald.com/2023/12/29/derrick-white-comes-alive-in-crunch-time-as-shorthanded-celtics-survive-over-raptors/

After thinking about the argument, the man realized he doesn't want his "future to be in the hands of someone else, especially someone who intends to lord that over me."

Source: https://newstalk1290.com/ixp/252/p/dad-threatens-cut-off-daughter-old-age/

“And we have confirmed now that this little 4-year-old girl, Abigail Edan, is now in the hands of the International Red Cross,” said Blitzer, “and presumably on her way with these other hostages back to Israel.

Source: https://www.mediaite.com/news/4-year-old-american-girl-among-hostages-turned-over-to-red-cross-report/

A report earlier this week claimed a deal to buy the club from Andrea Radrizzani has been agreed and the matter could now be in the hands of the Football League.

Source: https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/sport/leeds-united/leeds-united-takeover-news-live-27076294

“A solution is in the hands of Government and we expect that our collective voice will be heard in Parliament next week.

Source: https://www.derbytelegraph.co.uk/news/local-news/future-trainmaker-alstom-uncertain-derbys-8947234

At a time when West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose mentioned that 'death knell of democracy should not ring in the hands of its custodian', incidents of violence continued in the state ahead of rural polls.

Source: https://www.freepressjournal.in/india/west-bengal-violence-continues-ahead-of-rural-polls

At the heart of democracy is the power that lies in the hands of the people: their ability to use their voices, and the government’s duty to heed those voices.

Source: https://www.strathspey-herald.co.uk/news/fergus-ewing-dualling-the-a9-is-a-matter-of-honour-for-me-323824/

Automatic mode is very rarely used in the hands of soldiers.

Source: https://nationalinterest.org/blog/buzz/burst-fire-weapons-could-be-worst-gimmick-ever-created-207950

Bearing the colors of a bright, sunny day, the White Sword of the Sky simply feels right at home in Tears of the Kingdom, and especially so in the hands of Link.

Source: https://screenrant.com/zelda-tears-kingdom-new-weapons-coolest/

But as time progresses, the founder inevitably retires or leaves a legacy behind in the hands of successors.

Source: https://www.bellanaija.com/2023/08/adebusola-oyerinde-on-family-owned-business/

But it would have put some control of First Nations peoples’ lives in the hands of those that have first-hand experiences with the complexities associated with isolated communities ravaged by trauma.

Source: https://thediplomat.com/2023/10/how-australia-failed-its-indigenous-communities-again/

By stripping back this red tape, and putting power in the hands of innovators, ARIA will drive forward the technologies of tomorrow.

Source: https://www.stratford-herald.com/news/mp-points-to-investment-and-local-support-as-way-forward-9291979/

Detective Inspector John Mullen said: "Thankfully we were able to seize the ammunition before it ended up in the hands of criminals.

Source: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/armed-police-forensic-officers-were-27575135

Do women really have the agency of choice, even if they have the agency to vote or are they still tools in the hands of partners and husbands?

Source: https://allafrica.com/stories/202303050001.html

During this important period, Ethel placed Bobby in the hands of New York advertising agency executive 'Lem' Billings, a closeted homosexual who had idolized JFK, to the extent that he was said to have been in love with him.

Source: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11982895/RFK-Jrs-history-drug-addiction-womanizing-makes-run-president-long-shot.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490

“Even in the vast expanses of Africa, this combined team was able to pull a critical patient from the battlefield with the Air Force’s newest Rescue vehicle and place them in the hands of skilled trauma surgeons, ultimately saving two lives,” Ronnau said.

Source: https://www.dvidshub.net/news/436646/rescue-force-successfully-saves-two-first-hh-60w-combat-casevac-africa-aor

Even then, if the bill passes the House, the Senate is in the hands of Sen. Chuck Schumer and his anti-Second Amendment Democrats who may bury the bill in committee.

Source: https://dailycaller.com/2023/08/06/opinion-biden-school-rules-target-cherished-rural-american-pastime-suzanne-downing/

Foreign policy will be in the hands of adults who actually give a darn about the U.S. role in the world.

Source: https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/opinion/commentary/story/2023-01-28/opinion-joe-bidens-record-so-far-and-what-does-he-have-left-to-do