handy for

idiom

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

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Its pockets come in handy for carrying items like a phone or remote control around, too. Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 22 Jan. 2026 The latter, in particular, will come in mighty handy for maneuvering the bike while backing up in tricky situations. New Atlas, 19 Jan. 2026 Keep a disaster supply kit The Texas Department of State Health Services recommends Texans have a disaster supply kit handy for any type of weather event or natural disaster. Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Jan. 2026 And this 16-ounce glass olive oil sprayer, at just $8, is so handy for quickly dressing salads, and looks great on the counter. Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Jan. 2026 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 23 Jan. 2026.

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