at hand

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“That’s not what I agreed to do. That’s not the job at hand. The job at hand was to produce a successful roast, which I did.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

But, she said, “I am glad that the topic at hand is being discussed, because that’s incredibly important. I’m glad her voice is being heard.”

From Salon • May 27, 2026

Instead he relies on what he says are common-sense solutions to deal with problems at hand.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

The Portuguese began with a draw at Everton, but three consecutive losses to Arsenal, Brentford and Leeds soon after laid bare the scale of the task at hand.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

There was no one in the kitchen or in the servants’ rooms, which were close at hand.

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker