hat in hand
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hat in hand — idiom
1. in a humble or apologetic manner, asking someone for something such as money, a
1.idiom
Definition
in a humble or apologetic manner, asking someone for something such as money, a favour, or forgiveness.
Example
After the budget cuts, the principal went hat in hand to the town council asking for emergency funds.
Eleni had to go hat in hand to her parents after losing her wallet abroad.