handy for

idiom

British
: near to
My flat is handy for the underground.

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Members can also save on a Samsonite carry-on suitcase that could come in handy for end-of-season vacations, as well as a multipack of handheld fans for breezy relief on the go. Clara McMahon, People.com, 9 Aug. 2025 The pillowcases also feature an interior flap that’s designed to more effectively hold the pillow in place, which comes in handy for sleepers that tend to toss and turn. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 July 2025 Prize money comes in handy for Cloud This is the second consecutive season the WNBPA has partnered with Aflac to award the skills challenge winner $55,000 — the same amount given to the winner at NBA All-Star Weekend — in addition to the $2,575 from the WNBA. James Boyd, New York Times, 19 July 2025 Having that tangible proof can also come in handy for lounge access or verifying eligibility for upgrades. Katie Nadworny, Travel + Leisure, 28 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for handy for

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“Handy for.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/handy%20for. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.

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