on hand
Idioms-
In one's possession, available, as in The business needs to have enough cash on hand . [c. 1100]
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Present, as in Jim was always on hand to help . [Mid-1800s]
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Soon, imminent. See at hand , def. 2.
Example Sentences
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Craig’s last-ditch purchases to stock up on European wine meant he didn’t have cash on hand to place his usual year-end orders for Champagne or other sparkling wines.
Portfolio managers will either take cash they have on hand or sell current positions to buy shares.
How did entire communities find themselves in the midst of raging fires without enough water on hand to fight them?
From Los Angeles Times
Covering the rest himself meant he wouldn’t have enough cash on hand to pay for a contractor, so he’s taking on the role himself.
From Los Angeles Times
The firm has nearly $500 million in cash on hand, and roughly half of its portfolio carries no debt, he said.
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