Meanings

to loosen the reins

to do something distinguished

short of hands

to be beyond one's capacities

handloom

to resort to other means

(acting) together

to withdraw from (a deal)

to attach a letter

to advance money (on a contract)

to take in one's hand

widely

to join hands together

to reach out one's hand

to wave one's hand

hand used like a sword in striking

(a place) within one's reach

by hook or by crook

to get involved (with)

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