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at hand

ADVERB
within reach
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK


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So they reached for a symbol close at hand: that of Native people.

From Slate Jul. 3, 2026

"I did your honor," Bolton said about whether he committed the actions at hand today.

From BBC Jun. 26, 2026

"It's still up to the lawyers to adapt their verification process to the issues at hand," he said.

From Barron's Jun. 15, 2026

But back to the issue at hand: Which NL pitcher should start the All-Star Game?

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 14, 2026

And so, after asking where there might be close at hand a ship where he might purchase ship forms, he departed.

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker




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