How to Use on hand in a Sentence

on hand

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• When James said the phrase, the large crowd on hand appeared to react.
  — Joe Vardon, New York Times, 17 July 2026
• Electric golf carts are on hand for a more leisurely commute to meals.
  — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Aug. 2026
• Have recent pay stubs, tax returns and W-2s on hand for your lender.
  — Sharon Wu, USA Today, 12 Aug. 2026
• Free popcorn is always on hand—and there's never a cover charge.
  — Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 May 2024
• Keep one on hand to remove stubborn hard water stains safely.
  — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 4 July 2026
• Needham, of course, was also on hand to help announce the news of his casting.
  — Katie Campione, Deadline, 23 July 2026
• There will also be a strong collection of booths from area food and drink vendors on hand.
  — Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 20 Aug. 2026
• Instead of scrambling to find a tailor to fix a small hole, keep this thread and needle on hand.
  — Anna Popp, Travel + Leisure, 3 Aug. 2026
• On a show about grief and mental health, Williams is often on hand to bring the funny.
  — Maureen Lee Lenker, Los Angeles Times, 10 Aug. 2026
• And just in case, the fire department is on hand – in a little red soap box derby car, of course.
  — Deena Prichep, NPR, 18 Aug. 2026
• Staff from Sammy’s Bikes will be on hand to help with minor repairs.
  — Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026
• Hospitals keep some blood on hand, but may require more for emergencies.
  — Eva Flowe july 30, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2026
• All nine of the hopefuls were on hand Saturday for the event, with five minutes each to speak on stage.
  — ABC News, 1 Aug. 2026
• Yoga equipment, massage tools, and stretching bands will also be on hand.
  — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 11 Aug. 2026
• Having a good variety on hand means a great crunchy topping or mix-in is always within reach.
  — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 2 Aug. 2026
• Graham had taken in $6 million, with just over $4 million on hand.
  — Meg Kinnard, Chicago Tribune, 13 July 2026
• Just make sure to always have a bag of frozen shrimp in your freezer, and some shallots and fresh lemon on hand, and voila—you’re ready to cook!
  — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 10 June 2026
• Having familiar food, a leash and cleanup bags on hand can make stops along the way easier to manage.
  — Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 14 Aug. 2026
• Having books or coloring supplies on hand makes longer drives more bearable (for both parents and kids).
  — Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 11 Aug. 2026
• While overripe bananas are perfect for the filling, make sure to have a few less ripe bananas on hand for topping it.
  — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 15 July 2026
• For road trips, having favorite snacks and drinks on hand is key to avoiding temptation, Thomas says.
  — Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 16 Aug. 2026
• Always be sure to carry extra water, and consider having a pet first-aid kit on hand.
  — Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 14 July 2026
• Sandra is adorned with a red tag, which, as the technicians on hand explain, means next of kin are known and yet to be notified.
  — Andy Andersen, Vulture, 17 July 2026
• Keeping jarred tomato sauce on hand can also come in incredibly helpful in a pinch.
  — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 8 July 2026
• McCool had less cash on hand than Cotham at the beginning of the same period.
  — Mary Ramsey august 12, Charlotte Observer, 12 Aug. 2026
• Considering all that, assume that half of Miami will want to be on hand for the first week.
  — Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 11 Aug. 2026
• One big difference for the Chiefs will be the sound of practice with Bieniemy on hand.
  — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 10 Aug. 2026
• Bonvissuto keeps pet booties on hand (to prevent paws from burning), along with a cooling mat for a comfy place to rest.
  — Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 11 Aug. 2026
• Rowe made a telling line break from fullback and after a quick recycle Shoeman was on hand to take the ball at pace and crash over.
  — ABC News, 4 July 2026
• There were 22 food vendors on hand and aside from food and music, there was bingo and fireworks plus a drone show on the schedule.
  — Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 3 Aug. 2026