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The French terry fabric is lightweight but still substantial, and the side pockets are handy for storing your essentials on the go.
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Annie Blackman, InStyle, 5 Feb. 2026
Vertical gardens save space and are particularly handy for urban dwellers.
—Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 4 Feb. 2026
Although makeup remover wipes have their drawbacks, the quick-use product can come in handy for emergencies.
—Tatayana Yomary, Essence, 28 Jan. 2026
The system can also be used with compatible earbuds, which can be handy for people who may not have hearing aids but want better sound quality or fewer distractions when viewing performances.
—Lisa Schencker, Chicago Tribune, 24 Jan. 2026
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Annie Blackman, InStyle, 5 Feb. 2026
Vertical gardens save space and are particularly handy for urban dwellers.
—Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 4 Feb. 2026
Although makeup remover wipes have their drawbacks, the quick-use product can come in handy for emergencies.
—Tatayana Yomary, Essence, 28 Jan. 2026
The system can also be used with compatible earbuds, which can be handy for people who may not have hearing aids but want better sound quality or fewer distractions when viewing performances.
—Lisa Schencker, Chicago Tribune, 24 Jan. 2026
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“Handy for.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/handy%20for. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.
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