To hand

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Physical Proximity

Refers to something physically close enough to reach without moving much.

Illustration for Physical Proximity

Keep the emergency button to hand when operating the machine.

Pro Tip 2/2

Improvised Use

Implies you may need to use something unexpectedly and should keep it within easy reach.

Illustration for Improvised Use

During the hike, I kept my water bottle to hand.

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