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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a few hands" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to a small number of people who are helping or contributing to a task or project.
Example: "We need a few hands to help set up the event this weekend."
Alternatives: "a couple of people" or "some assistance".
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A few hands go up.
A few hands.
A few hands are raised.
A few hands went up.
A few hands slowly inched up.
Quite a few hands shot up.
"A few hands usually go up.
But when time permitting, I still play a few hands.
"A few hands went up," Mr. Muller said.
Quite a few hands went up, some a tad reluctantly.
Surprisingly, more than a few hands may still be up.
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