handy for

idiom

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

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AirPlay is handy for casting photos, music, or a quick clip from an iPhone or Mac, and the snappy menus make bouncing between apps painless. PC Magazine, 8 Oct. 2025 The latex pillow comes recommended by chiropractors and orthopedists for its head and neck support, which came in handy for Gore and her longtime back issues. Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 6 Oct. 2025 This handheld vacuum cleaner includes a scrubber brush and crevice tool, which come in handy for getting into hard-to-reach nooks and crannies, like a child’s high chair, car seat, or even the car upholstery. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Oct. 2025 These AirTags are a must for keeping track of suitcases and wallets, while this Amazon Echo Dot Smart Speaker is handy for setting alarms and listening to music. Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 5 Oct. 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 18 Oct. 2025.

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