with both hands

idiom expression

The phrase "with both hands" can be used both literally and idiomatically, often implying eagerness or a simultaneous use of both hands.

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Definition

B2General

(idiomatic)Eagerly or enthusiastically.

Example

She accepted the job offer with both hands.

A2General

(literal)Using or involving both hands simultaneously.

Example

He caught the ball with both hands.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "with both hands":

with one hand two left hands pair of hands hand over hand with one hand tied behind one's back by hand in hand two-handed game throw hands run hands bare hand hand in hand all hands on someone's hands free hand on all hands join hands whip hand