THE IDIOM COLLECTION LEARN & PRACTISE
Go hand in hand
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01 / UNDERSTAND
Meaning in plain English
To be closely connected and often happen or exist together.
02 / SEE IT IN CONTEXT
The expression in a sentence
- Good teamwork and clear communication go hand in hand.
03 / CHECK YOUR UNDERSTANDING
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Good teamwork and clear communication ________.
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Go hand in hand — To be closely connected and often happen or exist together.
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To be closely connected and often happen or exist together.
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When to use it
Use it to explain a connection between two things, such as preparation and confidence. It suits conversation and general or academic writing.
More examples in context
- For me, regular practice goes hand in hand with growing confidence.
- The new system shows that convenience can go hand in hand with careful planning.
Usage note
Use “A and B go hand in hand” or “A goes hand in hand with B.” A connection does not by itself prove that one thing causes the other.
A short conversation
A: Why does the course include so much practice?
B: Understanding and practice go hand in hand when you build a skill.
A: I see why both matter.
One more practice question
Which pair is described as going hand in hand?
A. Two things that are closely connected and often occur together.
B. Two things that have no connection at all.
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A. The idiom expresses a close relationship between the two things.
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