The phrase "laid one's hands on" implies physically possessing or acquiring something or someone. Antonyms for this phrase could be "let go," "lose grip," "give away," "surrender," and "release." These words indicate a lack of control or ownership over the subject being discussed. Additionally, "disappear," "vanish," "evaporate," and "fade away" could be considered antonyms as well, as they denote a complete lack of presence or visibility. They imply that whatever was being sought-after or held on to, is completely out of reach and cannot be acquired again.
