handling
noun
han·dling
ˈhan(d)-liŋ 
ˈhan-dᵊl-iŋ
Synonyms
Examples of handling in a Sentence
These items require careful handling.
There are additional charges for shipping and handling.
The car's handling was smooth.
Recent Examples on the Web
Given this advice, looking for luggage made from sturdy materials that can withstand bumps and rough handling is best.
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Bethany Braun-Silva, ABC News, 25 Apr. 2024
The vessel will also feature expanses of glass and folding platforms to connect guests with the sea and a flybridge for alfresco entertaining.
Speed, power, and responsive handling were also part of the owner’s brief.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 24 Apr. 2024
Editor Tip: The rubber-like grip handle makes handling under running shower water easier.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 23 Apr. 2024
If a century of failure has made clear that the two sides are unlikely to be reconciled in the foreseeable future, the war in Gaza has exposed the terrifying cataclysm that poor handling of the conflict can bring about.
—Tom Segev, Foreign Affairs, 23 Apr. 2024
Some have joined protests around the country of the administration’s handling of Israel’s war with Hamas in the Gaza Strip.
—Alexa St. John, Fortune, 22 Apr. 2024
He has also been criticized for his handling of the war against Hamas in Gaza, which has killed more than 33,000 people, according to Palestinian health officials.
—Joy Burton, NBC News, 20 Apr. 2024
Just weeks ago, Rundle rebuffed a call from a Miami group of criminal defense attorneys for an outside look at prosecutors’ handling of cases, after two prosecutors were thrown off a high-profile murder case by the judge.
—Brittany Wallman, Miami Herald, 19 Apr. 2024
Both Bauer and Hemenway and Barnes provided legal services to the DNC prior to the Justice Department probe into Mr. Biden's handling of classified documents which began in late 2022.
—Arden Farhi, CBS News, 12 Apr. 2024
Bethany Braun-Silva, ABC News, 25 Apr. 2024
The vessel will also feature expanses of glass and folding platforms to connect guests with the sea and a flybridge for alfresco entertaining.
Speed, power, and responsive handling were also part of the owner’s brief.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 24 Apr. 2024
Editor Tip: The rubber-like grip handle makes handling under running shower water easier.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 23 Apr. 2024
If a century of failure has made clear that the two sides are unlikely to be reconciled in the foreseeable future, the war in Gaza has exposed the terrifying cataclysm that poor handling of the conflict can bring about.
—Tom Segev, Foreign Affairs, 23 Apr. 2024
Some have joined protests around the country of the administration’s handling of Israel’s war with Hamas in the Gaza Strip.
—Alexa St. John, Fortune, 22 Apr. 2024
He has also been criticized for his handling of the war against Hamas in Gaza, which has killed more than 33,000 people, according to Palestinian health officials.
—Joy Burton, NBC News, 20 Apr. 2024
Just weeks ago, Rundle rebuffed a call from a Miami group of criminal defense attorneys for an outside look at prosecutors’ handling of cases, after two prosecutors were thrown off a high-profile murder case by the judge.
—Brittany Wallman, Miami Herald, 19 Apr. 2024
Both Bauer and Hemenway and Barnes provided legal services to the DNC prior to the Justice Department probe into Mr. Biden's handling of classified documents which began in late 2022.
—Arden Farhi, CBS News, 12 Apr. 2024
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“Handling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/handling. Accessed 28 Apr. 2024.
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