close at hand

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close at hand

The day of judgment is close at hand.

Definition
  1. Adjective:
    • Near in time; about to happen: Used to describe an event or situation that is imminent or will occur very soon.
    • Near in space; within reach: Used to describe something that is physically nearby or easily accessible.
Usage Examples
  • Near in time:
    • The deadline for the project is close at hand.
    • With the storm close at hand, we decided to cancel the picnic.
  • Near in space:
    • Keep a first-aid kit close at hand in case of emergencies.
    • He always keeps his phone close at hand.
Advanced Usage
  • "to have something close at hand": To have something readily available or within easy reach.
    • A good writer always has a dictionary close at hand.
  • "to be close at hand": To be imminent or nearby.
    • Help was close at hand when the accident occurred.
Variants and Related Words
  • At hand (adjective phrase): Similar in meaning, can indicate either temporal nearness ("The solution is at hand") or spatial nearness ("The book is at hand").
  • Imminent (adjective): Likely to happen very soon (primarily temporal).
  • Impending (adjective): About to happen, often used for something seen as threatening or significant (primarily temporal).
Synonyms
  • Approaching (for time): Coming nearer in time.
  • Nearing (for time): Getting closer in time.
  • Nearby (for space): Not far away.
  • Accessible (for space): Able to be reached or obtained.
Related Phrases
  • Within reach: Physically accessible.
    • The remote control is within reach on the coffee table.
  • On the horizon: Expected to happen soon (temporal).
    • Major changes in the policy are on the horizon.
Related Idioms
  • Within arm's reach: Very close, easily reachable.
    • She keeps her glasses within arm's reach when she sleeps.
  • Just around the corner: Very near in the future.
    • The holidays are just around the corner.
close at hand

The day of judgment is close at hand.

Adjective
  1. close in time; about to occur
    • retribution is at hand
    • some people believe the day of judgment is close at hand
    • in imminent danger
    • his impending retirement
  2. close in space; within reach
    • the town is close at hand

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