hold hands

phrase

: to engage one's hand with another's especially as an expression of affection

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In other photos shared, Lourdes and Rocco held hands while dancing in a circle as a band played behind them at the celebrations, while Morris posed with Stella and Estere outdoors at the birthday celebrations. — Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 19 Aug. 2026 News after they were seen holding hands together during a neighborhood stroll. — Martha Ross, Mercury News, 19 Aug. 2026 This strain in the relationship also led to no physical affection — no holding hands, hugs or kissing. — Emily Morman, Washington Post, 15 Aug. 2026 Imane and Patrick came in holding hands while their mothers followed behind them. — Alexandra MacOn, Vogue, 10 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for hold hands

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“Hold hands.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hold%20hands. Accessed 21 Aug. 2026.

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