Meaning of 'My hands are full'
What does the saying 'My hands are full' mean?
Idiom: My hands are full
Meaning:
If your hands are full, you have so much to do that you cannot take on any more work, responsibilities and so on.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Body and bodily functions |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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