time on one's hands
time on (one's) hands
A period of time that is not already designated for some activity or use; free time. I have some time on my hands this weekend, so I can finally take a look at your car.
See also: hand, on, time
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
time on one's hands
An interval with nothing to do; see under on one's hands; time hangs heavy.
See also: hand, on, time
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.
- any time means no time
- about time too
- against time
- against the clock
- any time
- (it's) time to run
- anytime
- before last
- (it's) time to push along
- about time