in the hand (of), in the possession (of), in the power (of), at the mercy (of), under the control (of), liable (to)

give away a woman in marriage

to come into the hand or possession

take up, catch hold of

cajole or appease (by touching someone's chin), flatter

be able to influence (someone)

win the heart (of)

dexterity, perfection

taking a cane in hand to beg, to begging

try to appease someone who is angry