1
: method of business : manner of conduct
2
dealings plural
: friendly or business interactions
Examples of dealing in a Sentence
There were reports of shady dealings between the two sides.
He has a reputation for fair dealing.
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Given the significance of the peace deal, experts said Pakistan will certainly want to leverage its mediation role for economic benefit, particularly in its dealings with allies in Washington and the Gulf.
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Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
25 June 2026
In Alabama, local investigators at the Internal Revenue Service typically disregard the dealings of bookies.
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Keith O’Brien,
New Yorker,
25 June 2026
His work in the urban entertainment field is just as legendary as his street dealings.
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25 June 2026
With the first round of the draft Friday night, the wheeling and dealing is only expected to pick up.
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25 June 2026
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Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
25 June 2026
In Alabama, local investigators at the Internal Revenue Service typically disregard the dealings of bookies.
—
Keith O’Brien,
New Yorker,
25 June 2026
His work in the urban entertainment field is just as legendary as his street dealings.
—
Datwon Thomas,
VIBE.com,
25 June 2026
With the first round of the draft Friday night, the wheeling and dealing is only expected to pick up.
—
CBS News,
25 June 2026
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“Dealing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dealing. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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