Closer at hand Crossword Clue

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Closer at hand Crossword Answer

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(adverb)
1. (comparative of `near’ or `close’) within a shorter distance

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

CLOSER (noun)
1. (baseball) a relief pitcher who can protect a lead in the last inning or two of the game
2. a person who closes something
CLOSER (adverb)
1. (comparative of `near’ or `close’) within a shorter distance
HAND (noun)
1. the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
2. a hired laborer on a farm or ranch
HAND (verb)
1. place into the hands or custody of
2. guide or conduct or usher somewhere

Hint 3: Anagram

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EARNER

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