lay a finger on somebody

lay a finger on (someone or something)

To touch someone or something in the slightest way. If you so much as lay a finger on my son again, I'm calling the cops. I can't believe the vase shattered like that—I feel like I barely laid a finger on it.
See also: finger, lay, on
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

lay a ˈfinger on somebody

(informal) (often in negative sentences) touch somebody with the intention of hurting them physically: If you lay a finger on her, I’ll call the police.
See also: finger, lay, on, somebody
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
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  • lay a finger on
  • lay a finger on (someone or something)
  • place with
  • put with
  • break (something) on (something)
  • break on
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  • have/want none of it/that
  • dumbbell
  • place in