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hands tied
adjective as in defenseless
adjective as in unarmed
Example Sentences
Ukrainian prosecutors are investigating reports of beheadings and a sword being used to kill a Ukrainian soldier with his hands tied behind his back.
Giving evidence, Mr Sharif told jurors he returned home unexpectedly to find a “terrified” Sara with her hands tied with packing tape.
Whoever wins the White House may have their hands tied by Congress, which is also up for grabs in Tuesday's vote.
However, Pemex’s ongoing economic difficulties mean the Sheinbaum administration has its hands tied over servicing the colossal debt.
However the LDP enters power, it will do so weakened, with its hands tied in coalition concessions.
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
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