keep one's hands off

• Sich nicht einmischen oder etwas nicht anfassen; jemanden oder etwas in Ruhe lassen.

To refrain from touching, handling, or interfering with someone or something; to leave alone.

1. Refrain from touchingB1informal

   To avoid touching or handling something or someone.

   Hände weg

   • Please keep your hands off the artwork in the gallery.
   • He was told to keep his hands off the cake until dinner.
   • The sign says 'Keep your hands off the exhibits'.

2. B2informal

   To avoid interfering with or getting involved in something.

   Die Hände weglassen

   • She decided to keep her hands off the project and let the team handle it.
   • The manager told him to keep his hands off the negotiations.
   • It's best to keep your hands off matters that don't concern you.