handy
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The family health insurance she gets through her job has come in handy for Myrick.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026
Plus, they’re open 24 hours, which sometimes comes in handy.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
She says having a world champ dad comes with plenty of photos and videos of his success, and some handy tips.
From BBC • May 21, 2026
This is where smart diplomacy, backed by a credible, proportionate threat of force, sometimes comes in handy.
From Slate • May 18, 2026
She's good with doctoring, too, which is handy since the nearest doctor is thirty miles away in Wolf Point.
From "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson
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