lay your hands on
US /leɪ jʊər hændz ɑn/
UK /leɪ jʊər hændz ɑn/
1.
to find or get something
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I can't lay my hands on my keys anywhere.
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He's trying to lay his hands on some rare coins.
2.
to physically attack someone
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If you ever lay your hands on my child again, you'll regret it.
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The security guard warned him not to lay a hand on anyone.