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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
Wheeled robots handled industrial workflows such as grocery picking, container movement, and packing.
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Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 5 Feb. 2026
The investigation into Bezalel Zini was handled by Israeli police instead of the Shin Bet because of the relationship between the two men.
—Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 5 Feb. 2026
Since the change in September, what used to be handled online is now moving to in-person hearings.
—Karen Morfitt, CBS News, 5 Feb. 2026
The purchase list is handled by the Public Works Department on behalf of all city departments, including public works, utilities, land management, parks and recreation, neighborhood services, building maintenance and the police department.
—Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2026
The film’s director of photography is Khizer Idrees (Manto, Circus of Life), while Joyland editor Saim Sadiq also handled editing on Lali.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 4 Feb. 2026
Use today to get anything outstanding handled before Universal stars sink for seven days.
—Magi Helena, Dallas Morning News, 4 Feb. 2026
Domestic sales are being handled by Anton, Anonymous Content and WME Independent.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 4 Feb. 2026
An entire population can be handled.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 5 Feb. 2026
The investigation into Bezalel Zini was handled by Israeli police instead of the Shin Bet because of the relationship between the two men.
—Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 5 Feb. 2026
Since the change in September, what used to be handled online is now moving to in-person hearings.
—Karen Morfitt, CBS News, 5 Feb. 2026
The purchase list is handled by the Public Works Department on behalf of all city departments, including public works, utilities, land management, parks and recreation, neighborhood services, building maintenance and the police department.
—Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2026
The film’s director of photography is Khizer Idrees (Manto, Circus of Life), while Joyland editor Saim Sadiq also handled editing on Lali.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 4 Feb. 2026
Use today to get anything outstanding handled before Universal stars sink for seven days.
—Magi Helena, Dallas Morning News, 4 Feb. 2026
Domestic sales are being handled by Anton, Anonymous Content and WME Independent.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 4 Feb. 2026
An entire population can be handled.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for handled
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The mayor feels that concerns about these businesses have been addressed.—
Teri Sforza,
Oc Register,
6 Feb. 2026
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But the president suggested that the issue can be addressed at a later date.—
Kaia Hubbard,
CBS News,
6 Feb. 2026
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Iglesias withdrew his name from Spain international duty until there were material changes in how the women’s side were treated.—
Colin Millar,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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Rojas was never treated by a physician while at El Helicoide, where human rights groups have denounced cases of cruel, inhuman treatment and torture.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
7 Feb. 2026
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One of the major issues was that the federal government did not regulate it, and states and localities operated on different schedules.—
Jordan Green,
Memphis Commercial Appeal,
8 Feb. 2026
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The Puerto Rican music artist had been outspoken last year as federal agents operated in Los Angeles.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
7 Feb. 2026
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DuPont is also a holding in Cramer’s Charitable Trust, the portfolio managed by the CNBC Investing Club.—
Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
7 Feb. 2026
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The world’s wealthiest have managed to tap into tech as the industry is still rapidly growing—but fast-evolving promises also leave the door open for AI bubble concerns.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
6 Feb. 2026
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County Supervisor Janet Nguyen said Do’s disbarment serves to show the public that government corruption will not be tolerated.—
Tony Saavedra,
Oc Register,
5 Feb. 2026
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Its approval came after a 12-month safety study that found the drug had no serious side effects and was both safe and well tolerated.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
3 Feb. 2026
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According to the club's pool policies, swimming is only allowed when a lifeguard is present, and those under 16 must be supervised by an adult.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
4 Feb. 2026
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At a pageant in Stephenville, Edythe measured the winner while Mary Kay supervised the rodeo queen’s makeup.—
Hollace Ava Weiner,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 Feb. 2026
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Last year, many were convinced American politics would be destabilized by videos manipulated by artificial intelligence, or lulled into a post-truth stupor by AI slop.—
Ben Smith,
semafor.com,
9 Feb. 2026
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What’s interesting is the NBA has moved away from some events that either have become stale or manipulated, such as the skills competition giving way at next week’s All-Star Weekend.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
8 Feb. 2026
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After earning his bachelor’s, master’s and doctorate degrees, Geeslin served as superintendent there until retiring in 2025.—
Claire Rafford,
IndyStar,
9 Feb. 2026
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His father, Gary Kubiak, served as head coach for the Houston Texans from 2006 to 2013 and the Denver Broncos from 2015 to 2016, while his younger brother, Klay, is the offensive coordinator for the San Francisco 49ers.—
Matt Moret,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Handled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handled. Accessed 11 Feb. 2026.
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