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

“A significant writer would come in and be bowled over by Michael’s depth of vision of the work at hand,” Howard said.

From Los Angeles Times

The dawning of reality should be close at hand now for England players - 'maybe it's not you, Scotland, maybe it's us'.

From BBC

The company said the money would be fully available to service debt maturities, reassuring investors that it has sufficient liquidity at hand.

From The Wall Street Journal

Given the tremendous task at hand, she said the “error rate was very low” and that fixes were made when issues were encountered.

From Los Angeles Times

My whole body relaxes as I turn to the task at hand.

From Literature