as in handling
to deal with (something) usually skillfully or efficiently
gave the waitress a large tip because she kept smiling as she fielded their many requests
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Recent Examples of fielding
The Three Lions finally broke through in the 85th minute as Marcus Rashford made a defender miss after fielding a cross and then delivered the strike past Livakovic to finally ice the game.
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Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 June 2026
Chris Schroder, director of the state Division of Gaming, said interest in local sports teams is driving the growth, especially with the Broncos, Nuggets and Avalanche fielding championship-caliber teams.
—Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 18 June 2026
Eventually, fueled with the power of having a rare NBA no-trade clause, Beal had the Wizards fielding offers.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 17 June 2026
Gonzalez then strayed too far to his right to try fielding Anthony Volpe’s grounder to second, leaving Meidroth with no one to throw to at first on an infield hit.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026
There’s been speculation that private equity is a likely buyer but Deadline hears Imax’s longtime bank Raine is fielding interest from a range of strategic buyers and others in the entertainment space.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 16 June 2026
The penalty was upheld by the video assistant referee system, but the broadcast noted that Embelo might have been offside before fielding the cross.
—Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 13 June 2026
Mid Delta Community Services in Helena, Arkansas, has been fielding more and earlier calls than usual for its summer cooling program, said Sherrie Palmer, the nonprofit’s community programs director.
—Tami Luhby, CNN Money, 13 June 2026
Jorge Figueroa, a community leader for several impoverished San Juan neighborhoods, stood by his car one recent morning fielding questions from residents wondering when the next water truck would swing by.
—ABC News, 12 June 2026
Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 June 2026
Chris Schroder, director of the state Division of Gaming, said interest in local sports teams is driving the growth, especially with the Broncos, Nuggets and Avalanche fielding championship-caliber teams.
—Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 18 June 2026
Eventually, fueled with the power of having a rare NBA no-trade clause, Beal had the Wizards fielding offers.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 17 June 2026
Gonzalez then strayed too far to his right to try fielding Anthony Volpe’s grounder to second, leaving Meidroth with no one to throw to at first on an infield hit.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026
There’s been speculation that private equity is a likely buyer but Deadline hears Imax’s longtime bank Raine is fielding interest from a range of strategic buyers and others in the entertainment space.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 16 June 2026
The penalty was upheld by the video assistant referee system, but the broadcast noted that Embelo might have been offside before fielding the cross.
—Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 13 June 2026
Mid Delta Community Services in Helena, Arkansas, has been fielding more and earlier calls than usual for its summer cooling program, said Sherrie Palmer, the nonprofit’s community programs director.
—Tami Luhby, CNN Money, 13 June 2026
Jorge Figueroa, a community leader for several impoverished San Juan neighborhoods, stood by his car one recent morning fielding questions from residents wondering when the next water truck would swing by.
—ABC News, 12 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fielding
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The federal judge handling the case has scheduled a hearing for next month to determine whether federal prosecutors should face sanctions in the case.—
Todd Feurer,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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Human resources specialists These workers oversee hiring, orientation and ongoing support for employees, handling recruitment, benefits and workplace concerns.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
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The Spurs jumped out to a 29-point lead in Game 4 at Madison Square Garden before turning into a shell of themselves, somehow managing to give up the massive lead and hand the Knicks the largest comeback in NBA Finals history.—
Mark Harris OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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France have been to the final of the last two World Cups and have deep experience of managing pressure in late rounds, and would be expected to see off the likes of Germany and The Netherlands on their way to the semifinal.—
Sam Leveridge,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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The event is Canada’s largest TV gathering, with today’s keynotes including CRTC’s Vicky Eatrides addressing plans to reform the country’s television tax break system and Netflix’s Jinny Howe delivering a keynote.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
15 June 2026
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At the top of the pile are strengthening economic ties, investment partnerships and the critical mineral supply chain as well as other global pressing issues such as innovation, AI and addressing the Ebola outbreak.—
Franco Ordoñez,
NPR,
14 June 2026
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Fears of government officials manipulating world events – including the Iran war – to make a quick buck.—
Matt Motta,
The Conversation,
16 June 2026
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What online scammers are looking to steal The FBI issued a warning last month that cybercriminals are manipulating or reproducing the official FIFA World Cup website to scam fans who are looking for tickets, hospitality packages, merchandise, streaming access and betting opportunities.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
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On Monday, 60 Tao people from Taiwan’s Orchid Island set off on a 111-mile voyage, taking turns to paddle against strong currents to reach the Ivatan people on Batan Island, located in the far north of the Philippines, replicating a journey first thought to have been made more than 4,000 years ago.—
Wayne Chang,
CNN Money,
17 June 2026
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Hughton supported Addo at the previous World Cup in 2022 before taking charge of the team for the AFCON in Ivory Coast in early 2024.—
Simon Hughes,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Teams spend more time interpreting signals, protecting resources and negotiating around unresolved leadership tension.—
Britton Bloch,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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One option is debt settlement, which involves negotiating with creditors on a settlement amount that's less than the full amount owed.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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For Vasquez, 29, treating Jesse with Spinraza was an easy choice.—
Ciara McCarthy
June 15,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 June 2026
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That one sentence can shift the focus from treating a disease to treating a person.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
15 June 2026
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“Fielding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fielding. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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