Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word To touch or manipulate something with your hands, or to manage or deal with a situation. Synonyms:
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This word has no antonyms Examples:
Can you handle the pressure?She handles the finances in their family.
Etymology:
From Middle English, from Old English handlian, derived from hand meaning "hand".
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