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Definition in someone’s hands in British English

in someone’s hands phrase

phrase
1

if something is in someone's hands, they are responsible for it

Example

The company is now in the hands of the official receiver.

Example

I knew that the dog was in safe hands with my parents.

Synonyms and related words
responsible answerable duty-bound
Definition in someone’s hands in British English