dealt

Example Sentences

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Cabinet minister Hilary Benn told the BBC on Friday the government had "dealt with the backlogs, we're now processing asylum claims much much quicker".

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Scientists just don’t know how the trees will respond to or recover from the fire, because the island has so rarely dealt with flames, he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

He remains in jail and his case is next expected to be dealt with in September.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

But the U.S. has dealt with defense contractors for decades without taking ownership stakes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

“I will sing unto the Lord, because he hath dealt bountifully with me.”

From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney