at hand

Idioms  

1. Also, . Within easy reach, nearby, as in I like to keep my tools close at hand . [1300s]

2. Also, on hand . Nearby in time, soon, as in The day of judgment is at hand , or A change of administration is on hand . Also see on hand .

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Example Sentences

First, don’t trade too much; second, only buy losers when you are confident that a market bottom is close at hand and a big recovery will follow.

From Barron's

There will be moments to revel in the Dodgers’ 2025 World Series victory, but the team insists on also focusing on the season at hand.

From Los Angeles Times

History is at hand if they can reach out and grab it.

From BBC

Between deliveries he wandered to the leg side to steady himself before reengaging with the task at hand.

From BBC

“But on the other hand, I’m also striving for bigger things and reaching a bit higher than that. So it’s kind of balancing the two, trying to stay grounded and focus on what’s at hand.”

From Los Angeles Times