handling

Example Sentences

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ICE agents, who often work in urban settings, had little prior experience handling hostile crowds.

From Salon • Apr. 15, 2026

SpaceX dominates space launch, handling more than half of all orbital launches worldwide, which is why its been able to build its satellite constellation faster than any other players.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

“I am not proud of handling myself badly in a conflict with our previous board that led to a huge mess for the company,” he wrote.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Slick handling then put Ellie Kildunne clear, but unlike her brilliant solo try in the World Cup final, the full-back lost control when attempting to ground the ball in one hand.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

And here I am all over again, not handling it.

From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera