English · Common Verbs

deal with

/diːl wɪð/

[/diːl wɪð/]

handle; manage

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Definition

To take action to solve a problem or handle a person or situation.

Example

I'll deal with this problem tomorrow.

I'll deal with this problem tomorrow.

Etymology

From 'deal' meaning to distribute or do business, plus 'with'.

How & Where It’s Used

Very common for handling problems.

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