forehandedness


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fore·hand·ed

 (fôr′hăn′dĭd)
adj.
1. Forehand, as in tennis.
2.
a. Looking or planning ahead; circumspect.
b. Having ample financial resources; well-off.
fore′hand′ed·ly adv.
fore′hand′ed·ness n.
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forehandedness

noun
The exercise of good judgment or common sense in practical matters:
caution, circumspection, discretion, foresight, foresightedness, forethought, forethoughtfulness, precaution, prudence.
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