special handling
noun
: the handling of parcel-post or mail as first-class but not as special-delivery matter for an extra fee
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Office equipment can include servers, printers, computers and other items that require special handling.
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Anar Mammadov, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
The good news is that most canvas tote bags can be cleaned in the washing machine and don’t require much special handling.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2024
These complaints addressed issues relating to TSA PreCheck, mishandling of passenger property, customer service, screening, and special handling, in that order.
—Stella Shon, Travel + Leisure, 14 Aug. 2024
Then, launder the item in cold water, following any special handling instructions on its care tag.
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—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 July 2024
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Anar Mammadov, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
The good news is that most canvas tote bags can be cleaned in the washing machine and don’t require much special handling.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2024
These complaints addressed issues relating to TSA PreCheck, mishandling of passenger property, customer service, screening, and special handling, in that order.
—Stella Shon, Travel + Leisure, 14 Aug. 2024
Then, launder the item in cold water, following any special handling instructions on its care tag.
5.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 July 2024
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“Special handling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/special%20handling. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.
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