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two left hands

idiom

Lack of dexterity in either hand; being ambilevous.


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  1. 01

    be left at the post

    To be beaten from the beginning of a competition or race.

  2. 02

    be left holding the baby

    To be left with the responsibility of resolving a problem.

  3. 03

    beast with two backs

    Two people united in sexual intercourse in the missionary position.

  4. 04

    catch hands

    To take a punch; to get hit, especially with the hand or fist.

  5. 05

    change hands

    To become the property of someone else; to be bought or sold.

  6. 06

    clap one's hands red

    To clap or applaud intensely.

  7. 07

    clean hands

    Freedom from guilt, especially from the guilt of dishonesty in money matters, or of bribe-taking.

  8. 08

    dishpan hands

    Hands which are rough, reddish, and dry, as from irritation and chafing caused by immersion in hot water mixed with detergent.

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