handier; handiest
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: clever in using the hands especially in a variety of useful ways
handy with a hammer as well as with a paintbrush
handiness
noun
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This handy pack of foldable storage bins helps keep my seasonal clothes, throw blankets, sheet sets, and more organized in one place.
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Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 8 Oct. 2025
Finally de-clutter your cabinets and fridge with the help of handy containers—that actually have their lids (for now, anyway).
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The rubber outsole provides ample traction and slip resistance that comes in handy on top of snow and other uneven surfaces.
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If prioritizing clean air in the bedroom is one of your fall goals, this Levoit should come in handy.
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Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 8 Oct. 2025
Finally de-clutter your cabinets and fridge with the help of handy containers—that actually have their lids (for now, anyway).
—Emily Farris, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 Oct. 2025
The rubber outsole provides ample traction and slip resistance that comes in handy on top of snow and other uneven surfaces.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 8 Oct. 2025
If prioritizing clean air in the bedroom is one of your fall goals, this Levoit should come in handy.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 8 Oct. 2025
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“Handy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/handy. Accessed 11 Oct. 2025.
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