forehandedness

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Meanwhile, smiling Generalissimo Franco was exhibiting his other distinctive characteristics: caution, thoroughness, quick decision, forehandedness.

From Time Magazine Archive

By their forehandedness and their clear perception of what they must do, the Federalists, as the proponents of better government styled themselves, had a slight tactical advantage.

From Union and Democracy by Johnson, Allen

Katy had among her other qualities a great deal of what is called "forehandedness."

From Clover by Coolidge, Susan

He had been ready since quarter past six, and with his forehandedness had worried his friends as effectually as the put-offer had hers.

From St. Nicholas Magazine for Boys and Girls, Vol. 5, Nov 1877-Nov 1878 Scribner's Illustrated by Dodge, Mary Mapes

"Let me felicitate you on your forehandedness," Harleston called from the next room.

From The Cab of the Sleeping Horse by Scott, John Reed