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as in to manage
to deal with (something) usually skillfully or efficiently
as host of a live TV talk show, she must handle any situation that comes up
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as in to treat
to behave toward in a stated way
handles all requests professionally, even when customers are rude
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as in to supervise
to look after and make decisions about
she takes care of the flower beds, and he handles all the lawn care
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as in to tolerate
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
I can't handle much more of this foul weather
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as in to oversee
to be in charge of
I'll be handling the team's workouts while the leader is on vacation
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as in name
a word or combination of words by which a person or thing is regularly known
likes to go by the handle "Champ"
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as in nickname
a descriptive or familiar name given instead of or in addition to the one belonging to an individual
since it seemed decreed that every new firefighter have a handle, his was soon "Hulk"
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Recent Examples of handle
Nick Ashbourne, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2025
To handle wet messes, the MopMaster 2.0 has dual mopping pads and 180 rotations per minute to lift away grime without damaging hard floors.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 9 Apr. 2025
Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 8 Apr. 2025
The Efo cabinet with its rounded shapes in warm or dark wood features two Fs that each become the handle of a door.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 8 Apr. 2025
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Verb
In recent battles between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Florida Panthers, Toronto has struggled to handle the champs’ forecheck in its own end or create dangerous opportunities in its opponent’s zone.
—Nick Ashbourne, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2025
To handle wet messes, the MopMaster 2.0 has dual mopping pads and 180 rotations per minute to lift away grime without damaging hard floors.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 9 Apr. 2025
Noun
That was only 2% of the handle of what U.S. sportsbooks expected to draw for the big game, according to AGA data.
—Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 8 Apr. 2025
The Efo cabinet with its rounded shapes in warm or dark wood features two Fs that each become the handle of a door.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 8 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for handle
Verb
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As for recharging, Google could do better—the Pixel 9a manages just 23 W wired and 7.5 W wireless, and the flagship Pixels are only a little faster.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
10 Apr. 2025
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With the 18-34 crowd, the season managed a 0.378 rating, up 14% from last season’s 0.332 rating.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Four other people were treated for minor injuries in the incident.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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However, dietary supplements are not meant to treat or cure any underlying disease and should be used in addition to lifestyle changes for optimal benefit.—
Elizabeth Barnes,
Verywell Health,
3 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Debt Relief in New York: How to Find a Debt Settlement Provider Several debt settlement companies operate within the Empire State.—
Kat Tretina,
Sacbee.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Vimeo has been operating in the space for some time, offering a suite of tools to help video producers distribute and monetize their content.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Nutley directed academic services at St. Xavier, and supervised a program aimed at helping teens who were struggling academically, according to court documents obtained by TMZ.—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
8 Apr. 2025
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Shapiro supervises them all, on both scientific and ethical matters.—
D. T. Max,
New Yorker,
7 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Despite its potency, it’s tolerated well by most skin types because it’s formulated with alcohol or fragrance.—
Emily Orofino,
Vogue,
2 Apr. 2025
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Once again, this type of violent attack will not be tolerated.—
Audrey Conklin,
FOXNews.com,
2 Apr. 2025
Verb
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In addition, Tobey oversees Lionsgate’s AI initiatives designed to increase production, marketing and distribution efficiency and provide new tools for filmmakers, including its partnership with Runway.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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Joan Jett and her company Blackheart have entered into a partnership with hit songwriter Evan Bogart’s Seeker Music to oversee the legendary rock artist’s catalog together, The Hollywood Reporter can report exclusively.—
Ethan Millman,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Speaking of the ocean, this formula blends deep sea plant extracts with rice bran for antioxidant properties, with polymers and mineral powders for grip and makeup’s overall staying power.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
4 Apr. 2025
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Now, companies are betting that machines can tackle a wider range of tasks by mimicking the ways that people walk, bend, twist, reach, grip and generally get things done.—
Cade Metz,
New York Times,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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First discovered: 4:15 p.m. April 9 Initial location: Los Angeles County, Calif. Fire type: Wildfire Fire name: LAC-125527 A new wildfire was reported today at 4:15 p.m. in Los Angeles County.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Golf has high-watt names—Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Justin Thomas, Collin Morikawa, Bryson DeChambeau, and Brooks Koepka, to name a few—but no one who has dominated like Tiger Woods, still professional golf’s biggest name.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Handle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handle. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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