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as handy as a small pot
Exceptionally useful or valuable. Primarily heard in Ireland. He's proven to be as handy as a small pot in the office, someone we can always rely on when something needs sorting out. It may not be the flashiest model of hatchback, but it's as handy as a small pot for the day-to-day needs of a young family.
come in handy
To be especially useful, often in a particular setting or situation. It was a lot colder out than I thought it would be, so your jacket really came in handy! That flashlight comes in handy when I'm trying to find something in my car at night.
have (something) handy
To keep something ready for future use in a location where it is within easy reach or readily accessible. As a parent of young children, you learn quickly to always have a pack of wet wipes handy whenever you're out with them. Here, take this two-way radio with you. Be sure to have it handy in case of any emergencies.
keep (something) handy
To have something ready for future use in a location where it is within easy reach or readily accessible. As a parent of young children, you learn quickly always to keep a pack of wet wipes handy. Here, take this two-way radio with you. Be sure to keep it handy in case of any emergencies.
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come in handy
[for something] to be useful. I think that this gadget will come in handy in the kitchen.
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come in handy
Be useful or convenient, as in This check will really come in handy. [Mid-1800s] Also see come in, def. 4.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer. Copyright © 2003, 1997 by The Christine Ammer 1992 Trust. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.
ˌcome in ˈhandy/ˈuseful
(informal) be useful when needed: The money my aunt gave me will come in handy to pay for my music lessons.Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary © Farlex 2017
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