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as in addressed
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 treated
to behave toward in a stated way
handles all requests professionally, even when customers are rude
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as in operated
to control the mechanical operation of
learned how to handle basic woodworking power tools
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as in managed
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 tolerated
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
I can't handle much more of this foul weather
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as in supervised
to be in charge of
I'll be handling the team's workouts while the leader is on vacation
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Recent Examples of handled
The company conducting the implosion has previously handled several high-profile demolitions, including the historic Deauville Hotel, South Shore Hospital, and the remaining structure of the Surfside condominium building.
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Nikiya Carrero, CBS News, 9 Apr. 2026
Theatrical bookings and marketing outreach will be handled by Tejinder Jouhal and Krushil Patel, while Tony Gill’s diversity PR and marketing agency Media House Global will lead the publicity campaign, with producer and publicist Dheeraj Agnihotri in an advisory role.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 9 Apr. 2026
Gambian giant rats and other rodents infected prairie dogs, which in turn infected nearly 100 people who handled the animals.
—Jonathan Lambert, NPR, 9 Apr. 2026
The lot, handled by Artcurial, comprises 14 steps from the spiral staircase that once linked the tower’s second and third levels.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 9 Apr. 2026
Chen said her hospital has partnered with the National Kidney Registry, which handled all the logistics.
—Megan Vaz, Sun Sentinel, 9 Apr. 2026
Non-medical details are handled with the same amount of care.
—Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 9 Apr. 2026
But his agent offered some clarity Wednesday, suggesting Pavia handled his own affairs during college.
—Paulina Dedaj, FOXNews.com, 8 Apr. 2026
The construction was even handled by the fourth-generation Obayashi family, the same company who built the original structure nearly 90 years ago.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Apr. 2026
Nikiya Carrero, CBS News, 9 Apr. 2026
Theatrical bookings and marketing outreach will be handled by Tejinder Jouhal and Krushil Patel, while Tony Gill’s diversity PR and marketing agency Media House Global will lead the publicity campaign, with producer and publicist Dheeraj Agnihotri in an advisory role.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 9 Apr. 2026
Gambian giant rats and other rodents infected prairie dogs, which in turn infected nearly 100 people who handled the animals.
—Jonathan Lambert, NPR, 9 Apr. 2026
The lot, handled by Artcurial, comprises 14 steps from the spiral staircase that once linked the tower’s second and third levels.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 9 Apr. 2026
Chen said her hospital has partnered with the National Kidney Registry, which handled all the logistics.
—Megan Vaz, Sun Sentinel, 9 Apr. 2026
Non-medical details are handled with the same amount of care.
—Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 9 Apr. 2026
But his agent offered some clarity Wednesday, suggesting Pavia handled his own affairs during college.
—Paulina Dedaj, FOXNews.com, 8 Apr. 2026
The construction was even handled by the fourth-generation Obayashi family, the same company who built the original structure nearly 90 years ago.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for handled
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Hill has never publicly addressed Brady’s posts.—
Leigh Blickley,
Entertainment Weekly,
10 Apr. 2026
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But these challenges are not unusual — and in many cases, they are routinely addressed through design, mitigation or negotiation.—
Charles Rilli,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Apr. 2026
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It is diagnosed with a blood test and can be treated with medication.—
Joyann Jeffrey,
PEOPLE,
11 Apr. 2026
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After being treated at a hospital, Gallegos was booked into the West Valley Detention Center and charged with felony arson, the police said.—
Melody Petersen
Follow,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Apr. 2026
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Zelenskyy didn't identify the countries involved but said Ukrainian personnel operated across several nations, helping strengthen their air defense systems.—
Brian Dakss,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2026
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Reporting from Colorado News 9 in 2025 uncovered that Flock Safety had operated a pilot program that allowed federal agencies, such as Customs and Border Protection, to send invites to local law enforcement agencies.—
Tanya Babbar,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Apr. 2026
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The scooter rider managed to evade police by making a U-turn, cops said.—
Colin Mixson,
New York Daily News,
10 Apr. 2026
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In 34 seasons, the Rockies have managed only five playoff berths, never won a National League West title and appeared in one World Series in 2007, swept by the Boston Red Sox in a buzzkill end to the most magical run in baseball history.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
10 Apr. 2026
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Turmeric is generally well tolerated, especially when used as a cooking spice.—
Patricia Weiser,
Verywell Health,
9 Apr. 2026
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Defense Secretary warned Russia that any attempt to damage critical underwater infrastructure will face serious consequences and will not be tolerated.—
Jill Lawless,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Apr. 2026
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Muscle Distribution has announced plans to release the 2019 4K restoration, which was conducted by Criterion and supervised by May herself, beginning with a Film at Lincoln Center engagement in June before national expansion follows.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
8 Apr. 2026
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In a March 25 court filing, federal prosecutors requested a prison sentence of 180 months, or 15 years, followed by three years’ supervised release.—
Daniel Arkin,
NBC news,
8 Apr. 2026
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Additionally, advanced signal-processing techniques can help identify whether messages are genuinely coming from different sources or are being manipulated by a single malicious actor.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Apr. 2026
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During this time, Duggar manipulated the victim’s underwear and grazed her genitals.—
Assistant Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Apr. 2026
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Gauthier served as the backup in his first NHL game.—
Josh Yohe,
New York Times,
6 Apr. 2026
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The test also served as a rehearsal of sorts for re-entry day when the astronauts will suit back up for their return to Earth.—
William Harwood,
CBS News,
6 Apr. 2026
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“Handled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handled. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.
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