Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com

handles





VERB
carry as merchandise
Synonyms
Antonyms


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.

Unlike a nuclear-weapons program, an AI lab emits no radiation, handles no controlled materials, and leaves no atmospheric or seismic traces.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Morgan makes some changes to how it handles coverage of the electric-vehicle maker.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

County has become known for its exceptionally slow election results, but experts said that’s simply because of how many ballots it handles.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

This, of course, stems from the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial maritime chokepoint that handles roughly 20% of the world’s oil.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

She had to hold on to the door handles, then the front wheel well, to keep from getting blown away.

From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith



Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "handles" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com