handled Meaning, Definition & Usage
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verb be in charge of, act on, or dispose of
manage; handle; deal; care.
- I can deal with this crew of workers
- This blender can't handle nuts
- She managed her parents' affairs after they got too old
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verb interact in a certain way
do by; handle; treat.
- Do right by her
- Treat him with caution, please
- Handle the press reporters gently
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verb act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression
plow; handle; deal; cover; treat; address.
- This book deals with incest
- The course covered all of Western Civilization
- The new book treats the history of China
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verb touch, lift, or hold with the hands
palm; handle.
- Don't handle the merchandise
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verb handle effectively
handle; manage; wield.
- The burglar wielded an axe
- The young violinist didn't manage her bow very well
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verb show and train
handle.
- The prize-winning poodle was handled by Mrs. Priscilla Prescott
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adjective having a usually specified type of handle
- pearl-handled revolver
