Handle this box with care.
Handle this box with care.
English
handle
ˈhæn.dl̩
Meaning: to take action in order to deal with a difficult situation; to touch or hold; to manage
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Verb inflections
| Form | Inflected form |
|---|---|
| Base | handle |
| 3rd person singular present | handles |
| Present participle | handling |
| Past | handled |
| Will future | will handle |
| Going-to future | going to handle |
| Imperative negative | don't handle / do not handle |
Example sentences
He handled the difficult situation with great professional skill.
He handled the difficult situation with great professional skill.
She handled the difficult situation with great calm.
She handled the difficult situation with great calm.
I can stay late; tell you what, you handle the first email and I handle the rest.
I can stay late; here is a compromise: you handle the first email and I handle the rest.
The old vase is extremely delicate, so please handle it with care.
The old vase is extremely delicate, so please handle it with care.
Usage Notes
Commonly used for managing problems or tasks. It can also mean to physically touch or manipulate something with your hands.
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