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come in handy

Idioms  
  1. Be useful or convenient, as in This check will really come in handy. [Mid-1800s] Also see come in, def. 4.


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That’s where Cook’s position as executive chair will come in handy.

From MarketWatch Sep. 1, 2026

But anti-trust law can come in handy for gamers, Brunaux said.

From Barron's Aug. 28, 2026

The family health insurance she gets through her job has come in handy for Myrick.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 7, 2026

A fair share of nasty feedback lands in my mailbox, so I wondered if the auto-response tool could come in handy.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 14, 2026

As he gathered more wood for the night, Cole glanced over at Garveys blanket lying on the ground.The at.oow would come in handy tonight if it got cold.

From "Touching Spirit Bear" by Ben Mikaelsen

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