near at hand
The phrase "near at hand" is often used to describe something that is physically close or about to occur soon.
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Definition
B2Physical Proximity
Located nearby or within easy reach.
Example
- I like to have my tools near at hand while working.
- The store is near at hand, just a short walk from here.
B2Temporal Proximity
Likely to happen very soon.
Example
- The deadline is near at hand, so we need to hurry.
- Winter is near at hand, and the days are getting shorter.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "near at hand":
at handclose bywithin reachclose toclose to homein handaround the cornercome to handin the offingclose to one's heartcheek by jowlin sightnearest and dearestnext tonext doorat arm's length