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Definition in hand in British English

in hand phrase

phrase
1

if something is in hand, you are already dealing with it

Example

Work is in hand on identifying information needs.

Synonyms and related words
existing present immediate
2

if you have something in hand, you are managing it well so that it happens in the way that it should

Example

At half time, they had the match well in hand.

Synonyms and related words
strategic tactical workable
3

if a player or team has a game in hand, they have played one game less than an opponent

Example

Swanage are 5 points behind the leaders but they have two games in hand.

Synonyms and related words
sport game support
Definition in hand in British English