hands-off policy
nounUK /ˌhændz ˈɒf ˌpɒləsi/
US /ˌhændz ˈɔf ˌpɑləsi/
A rule where grown-ups let kids do things on their own without stepping in.
The school has a hands-off policy during playtime, so the children solve their own small problems.
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2. A rule of not touching or using something.
The museum's hands-off policy keeps the old paintings safe.
3. A way of managing where leaders do not control every detail.
Her hands-off policy lets the team make its own choices.
4. A decision to stay out of a fight or argument.
The country followed a hands-off policy during the dispute.