helping hand

noun

1. aid; assistance:

   to give the destitute a helping hand.

helping hand

noun

1. assistance

   many people lent a helping hand in making arrangements for the party

Word History and Origins

Origin of helping hand¹

late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50

Idioms and Phrases

see under lend a hand .

Example Sentences

They were given a helping hand by a combination of a mix-up between the West Indies openers and brilliance in the field from Jacob Bethell to run out Shai Hope.

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"With over 30 years coaching experience in the Scottish game, Sandy Clark will keep him on the right track as Duncan lends us a helping hand."

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Moscow’s full-scale invasion means Ukraine needs the helping hand of America to stop it from being torn apart.

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She said if there was a possibility the practice could help it was "happy to lend a helping hand".

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People are grateful for a hot meal, a smile, and a helping hand.

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