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handler

[hand-ler] / ˈhænd lər /






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"By only recruiting a rescue dog, it's a win-win -- giving a dog the chance of a new life while helping our iconic koalas," Innovation for Conservation director and handler Russell Miller said.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

“As soon as they get the scent, they’re on it, they’re eager, and they’re pretty quick to get to work,” said Deputy Gabriel Jasso, Keva’s handler.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

The benchmark’s gains were led by air-cargo handler SATS, which rose 4.5%.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Another nephew, Carlos Malpica Flores, managed the legislature’s finances, a first step to becoming handler of the family purse.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

The lady handler gave her partner the clipboard.

From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein




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