词汇 | come in handy |
释义 | Idiom come in handy Theme: USEFULNESS to be useful or convenient. (Informal.)A small television set in the bedroom would come in handy.A good hammer always comes in handy.A nice cool drink would come in handy about now. Idiom come in handy to be useful.My son's wagon comes in handy when I have to move anything heavy. come in handyTo 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. come in handy[for something] to be useful. I think that this gadget will come in handy in the kitchen. come in handyBe useful or convenient, as in This check will really come in handy. [Mid-1800s] Also see come in, def. 4. 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. |
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