What is another word for changes hands?

Pronunciation: [t͡ʃˈe͡ɪnd͡ʒɪz hˈandz] (IPA)

"Changes hands" is a phrase that means something is transferred or exchanged from one person or entity to another. Some synonyms that can be used instead of "changes hands" include "pass", "switch", "swap", "transition", "transfer", and "alternate possession". These words all convey the idea that a shift is taking place, and ownership or control is being given to another party. Depending on the context, there are many other phrases that can be used. For example, in a business setting, "acquired by" or "taken over by" may be appropriate. In sports, "possession awarded to" or "the ball handed off to" may be more applicable.

What are the hypernyms for Changes hands?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Famous quotes with Changes hands

  • It's an extremely good thing that money sometimes changes hands.
    Carl William Brown
  • Revolution is a trivial shift in the emphasis of suffering; the capacity for self-indulgence changes hands.
    Tom Stoppard
  • Gambling is a kind of tax: a tax on stupidity. A tax on greed. Some money changes hands at random, but the net cash flow always goes one way - to the Government, to the casino operators, to the bookies, to the crime syndicates. If ever do win, you won't have won against . They'll still be getting their share. You'll have won against all the penniless losers, that's all.
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