backhands

noun

plural of backhand
as in hands

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  1. hands
  2. prints
  3. scratches
Noun
  • But the power this concentrates in the hands of one corporation and person – SpaceX and Musk – has raised alarm bells.
    — Gerard Toal, The Conversation, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese and blue cheese in a bowl with gloved hands or in a food processor until blended.
    — Candy Hom, AJC.com, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of hands
Noun
  • Optimism is a key theme, expressed through color, embellishment, interesting fabrics and prints, alongside a new sense of lightness designed for the realities of summer.
    — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Another has its own dressing area, with the primary offering an office nook, walk-in closet, and maximalist bath embellished with stars, peacock feathers, and bold graphic prints.
    — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of prints
Noun
  • Yes, because it’s made of durable Gorilla Glass to prevent scuffs and scratches.
    — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 8 Oct. 2026
  • According to the warrant affidavit, Flagge said the girl appeared fine but had some scratches on her.
    — Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 4 Oct. 2026
Definition of scratches
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“Backhands.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/backhands. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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