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View definitions for handy

handy

adjective as in nearby

adjective as in adept physically

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Although she is initially seen as a schemer, her martial arts background comes in handy as she proves herself to be a reliable team player.

From Salon

He has recently taken a gap year from his degree in textiles and fashion, a qualification which would come in very handy for design challenges on the show.

From BBC

A handy back-rower, Mitchell's playing career was the opposite of his coaching journey.

From BBC

For you, the Dodgers are a handy scapegoat.

From the outside, the building is modest, but inside, the recently renovated lobby is bright and welcoming, with plenty of seating and a communal microwave that’s surprisingly handy.

From Salon

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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