In the hands of somebody

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preposition

Under the control or influence of someone.

The company's future is now in the hands of the new CEO.
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Often appears as...

  • in the hands of the police
  • in the hands of the judge
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Authority Over

Indicates who is making important decisions or changes.

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With the project in the hands of Sarah, we saw significant progress.
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Responsibility

Implies a level of responsibility for outcomes rests with the person.

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In the hands of the new government, policies began to shift.
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