get a handle on

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Why has it been so difficult for economists to get a handle on what’s happening?

From Washington Post

That’s why the couple asked The Seattle Times to pair them with a financial planner to help them get a handle on their finances.

From Seattle Times

The Republican presidential field is trying to get a handle on how far to go in supporting restrictions on the procedure to satisfy the conservative base in the primary but not to further alienate general election voters, most of whom support keeping abortion legal.

From Washington Times

Mr. Mayorkas, in his remarks Friday, said the 90-day assessment will get a handle on how widespread that is.

From Washington Times

“There’s growing evidence that if we don’t get a handle on the antibiotic resistance,” he said, “the number of deaths that occur worldwide because of antibiotic resistance will eventually make it the next pandemic.”

From Los Angeles Times