matter at hand
Example Sentences
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The Constitution limits federal courts to deciding only cases brought by parties with standing—that is, a concrete injury sufficient to give them a stake in the matter at hand.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 21, 2026
Typically, this type of work would be handled by a less senior attorney at the department who had more direct involvement with the subject matter at hand, the former official said.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 28, 2026
Despite the very serious subject matter at hand, attending the Diddy trial in lower Manhattan can feel a bit like begging for entry into “New York’s hottest club.”
From Slate ● Jun. 10, 2025
"Whilst we understand the inconvenience and the matter at hand this issue is being dealt with and actioned as quickly as we can."
From BBC ● Dec. 2, 2023
But back to the matter at hand: One morning, Chester had news.
From "Bunnicula" by Deborah Howe and James Howe
