Throw your hands up Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To physically raise your hands in the air, or, more commonly, to express giving up, frustration, or admitting you can't solve a problem.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used figuratively to show frustration or giving up rather than literally raising hands. Common collocations: 'throw your hands up in frustration/despair.' Informal and conversational.
Example Sentences
Sometimes I just throw my hands up when math is too hard.
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If you can't fix it, just throw your hands up and ask for help.
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He threw his hands up in frustration during the game.
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My phone won't work, so I just threw my hands up and bought a new one.
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When the kids kept making noise, their teacher finally threw her hands up and let them play outside.
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I tried to explain the rules three times, then I just threw my hands up and gave up.
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