at hand

The phrase "at hand" denotes proximity in terms of location, time, or focus, making it a versatile expression in English.

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Definition

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(common)Physically close or within easy reach.

Example

Keep your tools at hand while working.

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(common)Soon to happen or imminent.

Example

The deadline is at hand.

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(common)Currently available or present.

Example

We have enough resources at hand.

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(common)The current task or issue being addressed.

Example

Let's focus on the problem at hand.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "at hand":

near at hand in hand within reach close by come to hand in the offing around the corner lay hands on close to home close to hand in hand in sight put one's hands on at arm's length at the door on someone's hands