Hand in glove (with somebody) In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "hand in glove (with somebody)", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2022-04-01 06:04

Meaning of Hand in glove (with somebody)

Hand in glove (with somebody) phrase

In close agreement, relationship, or collaboration with someone, often to do something dishonest, illegal, or immoral.


 

The two witnesses were hand in glove with each other in giving false evidence.

They are being suspected of working hand in glove with the terrorist network.

There is not a shred of evidence that the broker was hand in glove with the fraudulent vendor.

Other phrases about:

one hand washes the other (and both wash the face)

Used to indicate that helping each other or working together toward the same goal will have advantages for everyone who is involved

Many Hands Make Light Work

The more people working together on the same task, the easier it will be.

get into/keep bad company

To make friends with or associate with those who are unpleasant or morally unacceptable

Origin of Hand in glove (with somebody)

This phrase appeared earlier (in the late 17th century) as hand and glove ; the current form gained ground from the late 18th century.

 

The Origin Cited: The free dictionary .
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