Common Phrases:
* Give me a hand: Ask for help
* Lend a hand: Offer help
* Out of hand: Uncontrollable
* Hand in hand: Together, in partnership
* Second hand: Used, not new
* On hand: Available, readily accessible
* At hand: Close by, nearby
* Hand over fist: Quickly, effortlessly
* Get your hands dirty: Become involved in something practical
* Hands down: Definitely, without doubt
* Wash your hands of: Abandon responsibility
* Have a hand in: Be involved in
Idioms:
* A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush: Be content with what you have.
* Get a handle on: Gain control of
* Change hands: Transfer ownership
* Play into someone's hands: Do something that helps them
* Have your hands full: Be very busy
* Tie someone's hands: Limit someone's ability to act
* Get a handle on: Gain control of something
* Go hand in glove: Work together smoothly
Figurative Language:
* The hand of fate: Destiny
* A helping hand: Assistance
* An iron hand: Strict control
* A steady hand: Calm and composed
* The upper hand: Superiority
* A heavy hand: Harsh treatment
* A light hand: Gentle touch
Other Phrases:
* Hand it over: Give something to someone
* Shake hands: Greet someone formally
* Clap hands: Express approval
* Raise your hand: Volunteer, agree
* Wave your hand: Signal goodbye
* Hands up: Surrender
* Hand in: Submit work
* Hand down: Pass something on to the next generation
* Hand over: Give something to someone
* Hand-picked: Carefully chosen
* Handmade: Made by hand
This list is not exhaustive, but it gives you a good starting point!