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:
Haven't I handled your affairs satisfactorily for you up to now?"She handles my money and runs my career."We're handling your little friend.
Etymology:
From Middle English, from Old English handlian, derived from hand meaning "hand".
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