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handily

adv.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈhændəɫi// UK //hˈændɪli// hand·i·ly

adv. in a way that is convenient or useful. You use this when something happens at the right time or in the right place to help you.

adv. in a manner that is convenient, useful, or advantageous. Often describes a situation where a resource or opportunity becomes available at a convenient moment.


SIMPLE

The store is handily located near the bus stop.

CONTEXTUAL

I was handily able to finish the report before the meeting started because I had worked on it all morning.

COMPLEX

The new software update was handily designed to integrate with existing systems, allowing the company to streamline its operations without significant downtime.

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Origin

From handy + -ly. Compare Middle English hendily, hendiliche.

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