“Change hands”

Definition

To pass from one owner to another.

Examples

Examples

“The company changed hands last year.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Change hands" mean?
"Change hands" means to pass from one owner to another..
How do you use "Change hands" in a sentence?
Example: "The company changed hands last year."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Change hands"?
Перейти из рук в руки. / Փոխել սեփականատիրոջը։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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