expr main <([one, two] handed ![DET, PRON, ADP, PUNCT]), ([one, two] handed)>
let message "Keep the numeral and 'handed' joined as a hyphenated modifier when they describe a noun."
let description "Treat 'one handed' and 'two handed' as single adjectives before nouns so the measurement stays attached to 'handed'."
let kind "Punctuation"
let becomes ["one-handed", "two-handed"]
let strategy "MatchCase"
# True positives
# The hyphenated form is preferred whenever the compound modifies a noun.
test "A one handed catch can seal the win." "A one-handed catch can seal the win."
test "We built two handed handles for the door." "We built two-handed handles for the door."
test "The mechanic admired that one handed tool." "The mechanic admired that one-handed tool."
test "Two handed swords need extra clearance." "Two-handed swords need extra clearance."
test "one handed work is still performed by skilled climbers." "one-handed work is still performed by skilled climbers."
test "Our Two Handed lift completed the load." "Our Two-Handed lift completed the load."
test "Two handed heavy lifts stress the crew." "Two-handed heavy lifts stress the crew."
test "Her one handed strike knocked them down." "Her one-handed strike knocked them down."
test "The two handed mammal puppet looked real." "The two-handed mammal puppet looked real."
test "ONE HANDED MOVES LOOK ELEGANT ON STAGE." "ONE-HANDED MOVES LOOK ELEGANT ON STAGE."
test "The two handed steel brace kept flex to a minimum." "The two-handed steel brace kept flex to a minimum."
test "Our two handed design earned praise from the panel." "Our two-handed design earned praise from the panel."
test "a one handed grip is required for that maneuver." "a one-handed grip is required for that maneuver."
# True negatives / false positives
# These scenarios treat 'handed' as a verb or object, so they should stay untouched.
test "No one handed them anything." "No one handed them anything."
test "One handed me a basket and left." "One handed me a basket and left."
test "All but one handed in their notices." "All but one handed in their notices."
test "One handed the baton to his mate." "One handed the baton to his mate."
test "Two handed the paperwork to the new hire." "Two handed the paperwork to the new hire."