two left hands
The idiom "two left hands" is used to describe a person who is particularly clumsy or lacks skill with their hands.
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Definition
B2General
(informal)Being very clumsy or awkward, especially when using one's hands.
Example
- Whenever he tries to fix something, it's like he has two left hands.
B2Manual Tasks
(informal)Lacking coordination or skill in tasks that require manual dexterity.
Example
- She has two left hands when it comes to sewing.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "two left hands":
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