handy for

idiom

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

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Instead of dirtying a larger pot for your supporting dishes, this quaint cooker will come in handy for quick (or slower simmering) concoctions while matching your kitchen atmosphere. Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Jan. 2025 Honestly, that last feature would’ve come in handy for me when taking beach photos through a van window a few weeks ago. Scott Kramer, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025 The mower is aimed at commercial clients but could come in handy for anyone struggling to keep their sprawling country estate looking sharp. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 10 Jan. 2025 These can be tossed in a pocket or your backpack, and will come in handy for anything slippery and steep. Maggie Slepian, Travel + Leisure, 3 Jan. 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 30 Jan. 2025.

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