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handy

adjective as in nearby

adjective as in adept physically

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It seemed to be a handy and informative item.

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My class on the math of outer space came in especially handy.

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There is an overwhelming sense that Scotland's fate on Tuesday does not depend on what the handy Danes do, but what Clarke's team can conjure up and rouse from within themselves.

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Badenoch urged the home secretary to work with the Conservatives, saying she may find their votes would "come in handy" if Labour backbenchers did not support the changes.

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Even if you signed up for your card because of a particular benefit, check the rewards section of your account to see what else might come in handy.

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

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