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handy

[han-dee] / ˈhæn di /




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Such skeptics point to Anthropic’s decision to limit its release of a powerful “Mythos” cybersecurity model capable of finding bugs and problems as a handy way to tout the capabilities of its products.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

She says having a world champ dad comes with plenty of photos and videos of his success, and some handy tips.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

This is where smart diplomacy, backed by a credible, proportionate threat of force, sometimes comes in handy.

From Slate • May 18, 2026

A handy case of corporate synergy enabled this TV movie to film a host of essential footage at the 2000 festival, even if most of the picture was shot in Vancouver.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

“We came in handy with the troll,” Seth said.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull




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