hand in hand

adv

Etymology: Dates back at least to Old English hand on handa, of the same meaning.

1. Holding or clasping hands.

   “The couple strolled down the sidewalk, hand in hand.”

2. Naturally, ordinarily or predictably together; commonly having a correlation or relationship.

   “The tendency to follow trends and explore one's sense of self goes hand in hand with being a teenager.”

   “Owing to sensitivities about the force's capabilities, Russell is unable to say how many drones BTP has, or where and when they operate. But he does confide that the force works hand in hand with the helicopter service, and its ability to deploy drones is getting quicker.”

3. Just; fair; equitable.

   “As fair and as good, a kind of hand in hand comparison.”