close at hand

• Expression signifiant que quelque chose est physiquement proche ou facilement accessible, ou qu'un événement doit se produire très bientôt.

An expression meaning something is physically near or easily reachable, or that an event is about to happen very soon.

1. Physically nearB1formal

   Located very close to someone or something; within easy reach.

   à portée de main

   • Keep your phone close at hand in case I need to call you.
   • The emergency kit is kept close at hand in the kitchen.
   • She always has a dictionary close at hand when reading.

2. Imminent or about to happenB2formal

   Something that is likely to happen very soon.

   imminent

   • With the deadline close at hand, the team worked overtime.
   • The final decision is close at hand.
   • Victory was close at hand, but they lost focus.