hands-off

adjective

ˈhan(d)z-ˈȯf 

: characterized by noninterference

a hands-off policy toward the internal affairs of other nations

Examples of hands-off in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

By contrast, Langley has been relatively hands-off with her song, occasionally promoting it on TikTok or with notable live performances, but rarely with such a transparently or winkingly heavy hand, and not nearly as regularly. — Andrew Unterberger, Billboard, 29 Sep. 2026

The Justice Department and FCC have approved the transaction without asking for any concessions or remedies — an unusually hands-off approach for such a large horizontal merger. — Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 21 Sep. 2026

This Mississippi Pot Roast recipe is made for the low, slow, hands-off luxurious nature of a slow cooker. — Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 14 Sep. 2026

Mounting household debt is testing President Javier Milei’s support ahead of the 2027 election, as Congress weighs relief measures and critics warn his hands-off stance could alienate once-enthusiastic young voters. — Débora Rey, Los Angeles Times, 10 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1860, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for hands-off

• ashraf
• checkoff
• cutoff
• falloff
• handoff
• kickoff
• layoff
• liftoff
• markoff
• markov
• payoff
• playoff