as in management
the act or activity of looking after and making decisions about something
the handling of proper order in the courtroom is the job of the sergeant at arms
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as in managing
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 treating
to behave toward in a stated way
handles all requests professionally, even when customers are rude
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as in operating
to control the mechanical operation of
learned how to handle basic woodworking power tools
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as in supervising
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 tolerating
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
I can't handle much more of this foul weather
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as in overseeing
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 handling
Tony Leopardo, The Mercury News, 9 Mar. 2025
His handling of both the Hamas-Israel war protests and the DEI changes caused a rupture with the faculty.
—Ira Porter, The Christian Science Monitor, 7 Mar. 2025
Phil Goff, who was serving as New Zealand’s High Commissioner to the UK, apparently tried to draw a contrast between Winston Churchill’s handling of Nazi Germany and Trump’s approach to Russia.
—Rachel Wolf, Fox News, 6 Mar. 2025
Excessive moisture and heat can affect finishes, as can rough handling, spills, or the use of abrasive cleaners.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2025
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Noun
The ride is nice with a luxury feel to it and the handling and steering are great for a full size SUV.
—Tony Leopardo, The Mercury News, 9 Mar. 2025
His handling of both the Hamas-Israel war protests and the DEI changes caused a rupture with the faculty.
—Ira Porter, The Christian Science Monitor, 7 Mar. 2025
Phil Goff, who was serving as New Zealand’s High Commissioner to the UK, apparently tried to draw a contrast between Winston Churchill’s handling of Nazi Germany and Trump’s approach to Russia.
—Rachel Wolf, Fox News, 6 Mar. 2025
Excessive moisture and heat can affect finishes, as can rough handling, spills, or the use of abrasive cleaners.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for handling
Noun
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Wheesung bounced between a number of different management companies in the ensuing years and a decade into his solo run reverted to his early career stage name, Realslow.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
11 Mar. 2025
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Likewise, leadership abilities are crucial for those in management roles and those looking to drive change and innovation within their organization.—
Luciana Paulise,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
Verb
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This agility is crucial for managing portfolio risks during market fluctuations and monitoring regulatory compliance in high-frequency trading.—
Piyush Ranjan,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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Software programs use everything from virtual and augmented reality to artificial intelligence and machine learning to make the industry more efficient and effective at buying, selling, leasing and managing properties.—
Fred Battisti,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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Its treating its legends better than ever.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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Texas Department of Transportation officials are preparing for dangerous road conditions by pre-treating major highways and bridges, which can keep ice from sticking to them.—
Nicole Cobler,
Axios,
7 Jan. 2025
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They were left operating on fumes by the end, with Ollie Watkins — Duran’s replacement — starved of service and Morgan Rogers consigned to trudging off the pitch, knowing his long dribbling bursts would have scant options ahead of him.—
Jacob Tanswell,
The Athletic,
27 Dec. 2024
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For the time being, though, the Reds are operating at a height that not even Klopp reached during his time as Liverpool manager.—
Graham Ruthven,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
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Roles will increasingly revolve around supervising, collaborating with, or augmenting the capabilities of AI agents.—
Ray Ravaglia,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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Rick Morales is supervising producer.—
Rick Porter,
The Hollywood Reporter,
23 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Thank you for tolerating a strange British idiot.—
Gord Magill,
Newsweek,
21 Dec. 2024
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Instead of being about a bunch of observers helplessly tolerating their peculiar friend, the sketch became an absurd illustration of the way groupthink manifests.—
Shirley Li,
The Atlantic,
15 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Judge overseeing Luigi Mangione murder trial Gregory Carro has been named as the judge overseeing Luigi Mangione's trial for the alleged murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.—
Hannah Parry,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024
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Nuno is a hands-on coach, overseeing many of the short, sharp training sessions which generally last no longer than 90 minutes.—
Paul Taylor,
The Athletic,
24 Dec. 2024
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The expansion of Israel’s ground operations in Gaza added more pressure to global markets as investors prepare for a busy week packed with major central bank decisions and a high-stakes announcement of US bond sales.—
Lim Hui Jie,Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
6 Mar. 2025
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This demand — for flights of 500 km and under — is currently serviced by small turbo propeller aircraft with nearly 15,000 currently in operation.—
Gaurav Sharma,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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“Handling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handling. Accessed 21 Mar. 2025.
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