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in hand
01
(of a situation) completely under one's control
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By tomorrow, he will have the report in hand and ready for submission.
02
used to refer to something one is dealing with
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The lawyer assured the client that the legal case was in hand and that they were working diligently to resolve it.
03
used to refer to something that is almost ready and can be put to use when needed
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We have the necessary permits in hand, so construction can begin as scheduled.
04
used to refer to the cards, pieces, etc. that a player holds and has not yet played
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I had a few high value cards in hand but was n't confident they'd beat whatever Sam was holding privately.
