The origin of the idiom "have something on one's hands" is unclear, but it has been in use since at least the 16th century. It is used to describe a situation where someone has a problem or responsibility that they need to deal with.

What is the origin of the idiom "have something on one's hands" and when to use it?

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to [have] {sth} on {one's} hands

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Definition och betydelse av "have something on one's hands"på engelska

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