forehandedness

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

From Time Magazine Archive

In the opinion of the community at large Stephen’s forehandedness in the matter of preparations for his marriage was imprudence, and his desire for neatness and beauty flagrant extravagance.

From Rose O' the River by Wiggin, Kate Douglas Smith

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

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

Alexandra and Marie laughed at her forehandedness, and fell to talking of their own affairs.

From O Pioneers! by Cather, Willa Sibert

These were Eliza Marden and Peleg her husband, who worked from sun to sun, with scant reward save that of pride in their own forehandedness.

From Tiverton Tales by Brown, Alice