| Id | ESLPod_1080_WE_1835 |
|---|---|
| Episode Id | ESLPod 1080 |
| Episode Title | Automating Production |
| Phrase | on (one's) hands |
| Text | In this podcast, the phrase "on (one's) hands" means one's responsibility, or something that one has and must deal with or resolve: "If that child dies, it will be on the surgeon's hands." The phrase "in (someone's) hands" means being cared for or taken care of by someone: "Do you feel your children are in good hands at school?" The phrase "to get out of hand" means to become uncontrollable: "This party is getting out of hand. Should we call the police?" Finally, the phrase "to get (one's) hands on (someone)" means to catch someone when one is very angry with that person: "When I get my hands on that liar, I'll make him admit what he has done!" |
| Topics | Business |
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