Definition
To have something well-organized or under control.
將某事安排妥當或處於掌控之中。
The negotiation team stated that they had the entire negotiation process in hand.
談判團隊表示他們已經完全掌握了整個談判過程。
The manager assured the team that she had the project's progress in hand.
經理向團隊保證,她已經掌握了專案的進度。
Despite initial delays, we now have the situation completely in hand.
儘管最初有所延誤,我們現在已經完全掌控了局面。
To have something available, not yet used or expended.
尚未使用,仍可使用。
We had some extra money in hand to spend during the holidays.
我們手頭有一些額外的錢可以在假期裡花。
I always keep spare parts in hand in case they are needed.
我總是手頭備有備用零件,以防需要用到。
With extra resources in hand, we can complete this project faster.
手頭有額外的資源,我們可以更快完成這個項目。