by hand
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with the hands or physical effort rather than relying on machines or tools
- He painted the fence by hand, carefully applying each stroke with a brush.
- She wrote the letter by hand, preferring the personal touch of handwritten notes.
- The artisan crafted the pottery by hand, shaping and molding each piece individually.
- The baker kneaded the dough by hand to ensure the perfect texture.
- The tailor sewed the dress by hand, paying attention to every detail.
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