gentle handling
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“He merely needs gentle handling and reassurance that he’s not going to the can,” Horowitz emailed Inciardi during a 2012 exchange about getting Sanders’ “‘explanation’ shaped into a communication” to auctioneers, the indictment says.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 19, 2024
This is because even very gentle handling of the plant releases potent oils that felines find so irresistible.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 24, 2023
To avoid breakage, she recommends gentle handling and styling, regular trims to prevent split ends and products such as heat protectors.
From Washington Post • Apr. 5, 2021
They need more gentle handling in a space in which they feel comfortable.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2019
He proceeded as if he intended to establish himself in the man’s confidence by gentle handling, and in that manner cause him to confound, refute and entangle himself by admissions made in gratitude.
From The Bondboy by Ogden, George W. (George Washington)
