in hand

1. Under one's control or authority, as in The police had the situation well in hand . [Early 1600s]

2. Accessible at the present time, as in The company has very little cash in hand . [Late 1300s]

3. In process, being settled, as in He was willing to give full attention to the matter in hand . [Late 1300s] Also see in one's hands .

Example Sentences

If California decided to pick an official state flavor profile, I’d head to Sacramento with a jar of this sweet treat in hand and plead my case.

From Los Angeles Times

Rovers sit eighth in the Lowland League, five points ahead of Hearts B with a game in hand, too.

From BBC

But it ultimately wasn’t enough, as the Trojans once again return home with a loss in hand.

From Los Angeles Times

Strong growth in stocks and houses has come hand in hand with increased wealth inequality.

From Los Angeles Times

As tourists stumble by with tall cans of Bud Light Lime and cigarettes in hand, Sell’s tattooed, sinewy limbs stretch a matching Lacoste tee and shorts, with the requisite crocodile emblems and matching bright-red shoes.

From Los Angeles Times

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