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Welcome back to English Makes No Sense! In this second part of our idioms series with the word “hand”, we’ll dive into seven powerful and everyday expressions you’ll hear in conversations, business, and storytelling.
You’ll learn how to use:
✋ Wash your hands of something – when you want to cut ties or responsibility.
✋ An iron hand in a velvet glove – when someone is tough but polite.
✋ Live hand to mouth – when money is really tight.
✋ A show of hands – perfect for groups, meetings, or classrooms.
✋ Have your hands full – when you’re super busy.
✋ Have a hand in something – when you play a part in making something happen.
✋ On the one hand… on the other hand – to compare two ideas.
By the end, you’ll not only understand these idioms but also know how to use them naturally in everyday English conversations.
💡 This episode is packed with practical examples, clear explanations, and easy ways to practice so you can sound more fluent and confident in English.
👉 Whether you’re studying English for work, school, or travel, these idioms will give you the upper hand in conversations.
#EnglishIdioms #LearnEnglish #IdiomsWithHand #EnglishPodcast #ESLPodcast #BusinessEnglish #EverydayEnglish #FluentEnglish #EnglishTips #EnglishMakesNoSense
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Welcome back to English Makes No Sense! In this second part of our idioms series with the word “hand”, we’ll dive into seven powerful and everyday expressions you’ll hear in conversations, business, and storytelling.
You’ll learn how to use:
✋ Wash your hands of something – when you want to cut ties or responsibility.
✋ An iron hand in a velvet glove – when someone is tough but polite.
✋ Live hand to mouth – when money is really tight.
✋ A show of hands – perfect for groups, meetings, or classrooms.
✋ Have your hands full – when you’re super busy.
✋ Have a hand in something – when you play a part in making something happen.
✋ On the one hand… on the other hand – to compare two ideas.
By the end, you’ll not only understand these idioms but also know how to use them naturally in everyday English conversations.
💡 This episode is packed with practical examples, clear explanations, and easy ways to practice so you can sound more fluent and confident in English.
👉 Whether you’re studying English for work, school, or travel, these idioms will give you the upper hand in conversations.
#EnglishIdioms #LearnEnglish #IdiomsWithHand #EnglishPodcast #ESLPodcast #BusinessEnglish #EverydayEnglish #FluentEnglish #EnglishTips #EnglishMakesNoSense

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