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How do you use "have one's hands full" in a sentence?

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"Have one's hands full" means to be very busy or preoccupied with something. Here are some examples of how to use it in a sentence:

  • "I can't help you right now, I have my hands full with this project."
  • "Since the twins were born, she has her hands full all the time."
  • "The manager had his hands full trying to resolve the customer complaints."
  • "With the new puppy and her two young children, Sarah definitely has her hands full."
  • "He won't be able to take on any extra work; he already has his hands full."

These examples demonstrate how the idiom is used to describe a situation where someone is overwhelmed with tasks or responsibilities. The tense of the verb "have" can be changed to reflect the time frame being discussed (e.g., "had," "will have," "has").