To be requesting benefits, especially if not entitled to them.

Etymology:

  • An allusion to the beseeching manner and typical gesture of a beggar.
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Whenever there was an appropriations bill, he always had his hand out for his guys.

Submitted on July 07, 2010

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vystrčit ruku

elini uzatmak

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