hand in hand

adverb

Definition of hand in handnext
as in hand in glove

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Recent Examples of hand in hand The two often go hand in hand, with most people seeking both results. — Tori Crowther, Allure, 15 Mar. 2023 Cornrows and a Cateye Cornrows and a cateye go hand in hand for an elegant appeal. — ELLE, 12 Mar. 2023 While Hollywood and cosmetic upkeep go hand in hand, more and more stars (including Jennifer Lopez, Cameron Diaz and Paulina Porizkova) are speaking out against chasing youth through Botox and fillers. — Emily St. Martin, Los Angeles Times, 9 Mar. 2023 Abuse of the land and abuse of the people who live there go hand in hand. — Richard Schiffman, The Christian Science Monitor, 8 Mar. 2023 See All Example Sentences for hand in hand
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hand in hand
  1. hand in glove
  2. jointly
  3. mutually
  4. collectively
  5. cooperatively
  6. together
Adverb
  • Financial wellness training goes hand in glove with mental health support, since financial pressures can have a significant adverse effect on a person’s mental health.
    — Mark C. Perna, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2023
  • Candidates and these outside groups are finding ways to skirt the spirit of the law and work hand in glove without necessarily violating the letter of the law.
    — James Brown, USA TODAY, 6 Nov. 2022
Definition of hand in glove
Adverb
  • Moderna’s stock flew high last month after a cancer vaccine jointly produced with Merck showed positive initial results in its first late-stage trial.
    — Fred Imbert, CNBC, 1 Sep. 2026
  • The Associated Press TOKYO -- Japanese automakers Nissan and Honda entered a deal to jointly develop computer parts and software for vehicles set to enter the market in fiscal 2029, both sides said Monday.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of jointly
Adverb
  • Is there a mutually beneficial player with an equally overpriced contract to trade for at another position that could actually contribute to the Bulls?
    — Joel Lorenzi, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026
  • The Current mutually terminated 17-year-old Meila Brewer’s contract on Wednesday, further cutting down the depth options.
    — PJ Green September 3, Kansas City Star, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of mutually
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  • Connexus is a credit union, meaning it’s owned collectively by its members.
    — Kelsey Neubauer, CNBC, 2 Sep. 2026
  • These groups collectively shape how an organization communicates, even when corporate communication is not their primary responsibility.
    — Goran Paun, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of collectively
Adverb
  • Agility Robotics is set to launch its Digit v5 humanoid robot in December, emphasizing its ability to work safely and cooperatively alongside humans without traditional safety fencing.
    — John Koetsier, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
  • The pair also cooperatively raise Wade's two adult children with ex-wife Siohvaughn Funches, and his 11-year-old with ex Aja Metoyer.
    — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 22 June 2026
Definition of cooperatively
Adverb
  • Head coach Dan Quinn and general manager Adam Peters return for their third season together in Washington, but both coordinator positions have changed hands.
    — Jenny Catlin, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026
  • The tables are packed tightly together, ensuring a boisterous, convivial atmosphere.
    — Laura Itzkowitz, Vogue, 4 Sep. 2026
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“Hand in hand.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hand%20in%20hand. Accessed 7 Sep. 2026.

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