The phrase "put the hands of" typically implies a physical action of placing something in someone else's control or custody. Antonyms for this phrase may include words or phrases indicating the opposite action, such as "take the hands of," "retain possession," or "keep hold of." Other antonyms may involve refusing or rejecting the responsibility to care for or manage whatever is being referred to in context. Synonyms for "put the hands of" might include "deliver," "entrust," or "give over," while antonyms could be "withhold," "repossess," or "take back." Depending on the context, the precise antonym may vary, but in general, it will describe an action opposite to putting something in someone else's hands.