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Idiom: Cap In Hand

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In a humble and respectful manner.

Example: "No longer were we required to go cap in hand to the banks if we wanted money: they were coming to us."

Example Sentences

1
After losing his job, he had to go cap in hand to his parents and ask for financial help.
2
The small business owner was forced to approach the bank cap in hand to request a loan.
3
She went cap in hand to her boss to apologize for her mistake.
4
The charity organization had to go cap in hand to potential donors to secure funding for their projects.
5
Despite his previous arrogance, he had to go cap in hand and apologize for his behavior.

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