coping

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In Babies, Steven often uses humour to deflect from what he is really feeling, a coping mechanism that masks the depth of his grief.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

The readings matter more than usual as they will show how businesses are coping with higher input costs driven by the conflict in the Middle East.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

Even with a brand new location, Target is coping with some of the same old issues.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

For some, a combination of the two coping mechanisms works best.

From Slate • Mar. 15, 2026

She tried to imagine Peris coping out here in the Smoke, working with his hands and making his own clothes.

From "Uglies" by Scott Westerfeld