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handler

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as in manager

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Recent Examples of handler Fedoseyev also has good offensive skills as a handler and passer, and a hard point shot. — Corey Pronman, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026 The King made a point to greet Corporal Cruachan and his handler during his inspection of the battalion, and the pony appeared to remain well-behaved. — Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 18 Aug. 2026 Ace's partner and handler, Deputy Natalie Oestreich, treated his wounds and carried him to safety, according to the sheriff's office. — Michael Sinkewicz, FOXNews.com, 12 Aug. 2026 Shane is an experienced deer-tracking dog handler, and Ryan is a data nerd by training and a diehard bowhunter. — Alex Robinson, Outdoor Life, 12 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for handler

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Former Rolling Stone writer and longtime Bruce Springsteen manager Jon Landau paid tribute to his longtime friend and colleague Dave Marsh following his death at 76.

— Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 21 Aug. 2026
The Noise Pereira, a former client relationship manager, knows the value of exposure to success.

— Forbes.com, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

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Gausman’s hand cramp initially popped up in the fourth when his left thumb became locked in an awkward position, prompting a mound visit from Counsell and head trainer Nick Frangella.

— Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 19 Aug. 2026
Zeman defeated Sonja Azim, a safety and security trainer for the school district, to keep his at-large countywide seat.

— Scott Travis, Sun Sentinel, 19 Aug. 2026

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