deal with

phrasal verb

dealt with; dealing with; deals with

: to be about (something) : to have (something) as a subject

Her speech dealt with health care and the nation's economy.

The film deals with some serious issues.

: to make business agreements with (someone)

He deals fairly with all his customers.

Their salespeople are very easy to deal with.

: to do something about (a person or thing that causes a problem or difficult situation)

The government dealt harshly with the rebels.

I'll deal with you later.

We weren't able/equipped/prepared to deal with such a large crowd of people.

: to accept or try to accept (something that is true and cannot be changed)

She's still trying to deal with his death.

The weather is bad, but we'll just have to deal with it.

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My profession is dealing with a dangerous trend of people sharing information like that to get clicks, attentions, and like. —

Marshall Shepherd, Forbes, 27 Oct. 2024 The last major municipal consolidation in Illinois occurred along the Mississippi River near St. Louis in 2020 when voters in three towns dealing with money troubles — Cahokia, Alorton and Centreville — agreed to become Cahokia Heights. —

Rick Pearson, Chicago Tribune, 27 Oct. 2024 Whether in the midst of a health crisis, dealing with loss, or struggling to find motivation to carry on, Kirish’s quotes give readers something to hold onto in moments of need. —

William Mullane, USA TODAY, 26 Oct. 2024 Even Cuban can depart from his usual approach and jump at deals with unrestrained enthusiasm. —

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