at hand

Example Sentences

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I chose to ignore her comments and instead kept myself focused on the important matters at hand.

From Literature

With his careful commentary and dry demeanor, Powell has come off to many investors as a straight shooter who has been focused on the task at hand.

From The Wall Street Journal

He will follow his weekly preparation routine, “segment” his mind and “lock in” on the task at hand, he said.

From Los Angeles Times

They drove vans equipped with loudspeakers through the affected areas, urging residents to stay with friends or relatives elsewhere if possible, use mobile phones sparingly and ensure they have torches at hand.

From Barron's

Until then, all kinds of designs were patched together from silk, linen, wool or “anything at hand.”

From Salon