handle
/ˈhæn dəl/
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Definition(s):
- (n) the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it
- (v) be in charge of, act on, or dispose of
- (v) interact in a certain way
- (v) act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression
- (v) touch, lift, or hold with the hands
- (v) handle effectively
- (v) show and train
Usage(s):
- Naming which candidate they trust more to handle key issues, Ohio voters trust: Obama 44 42 percent to handle the energy crisis.
- Obama 51 37 percent to handle a natural disaster.
- Naming which candidate they trust more to handle key issues, Florida voters trust: Obama 46 42 percent to handle the energy crisis.
Quotes
- Before the Australian Open final at the start of the year Roger Federer taunted Murray by saying: "He needs it more than I do, the pressure's big on him, we'll see how he's going to handle it".on Jun 28, 2010 By: Roger Federer Source: Telegraph.co.uk
- "Joe the Plumber recently signed a very lucrative contract with a wealthy couple to handle all the work on all seven of their houses," said Senator McCain, alluding to the election issue of his family's many homes around the country.on Oct 17, 2008 By: John McCain Source: South China Morning Post (subscription)
- In his statement, Craig said, "I should have had the advice of counsel in resolving this matter. In hindsight, I should not have pled guilty. I was trying to handle this matter myself quickly and expeditiously."on Aug 28, 2007 By: Larry Craig Source: Los Angeles Times
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