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E. Cobham Brewer 1810–1897. Dictionary of Phrase and Fable. 1898.
 
Handycuffs.
 
Cuffs or blows given by the hand. “Fisticuffs” is now more common.   1
 


 Handwriting on the Wall (The).Hang Back (To). 

 
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