dealing
Americannoun
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Usually dealings. relations; business.
frequent dealings; commercial dealings.
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conduct in relations to others; treatment.
honest dealing.
Other Word Forms
- predealing noun
- underdealing noun
Etymology
Origin of dealing
First recorded in 1250–1300, dealing is from the Middle English word deling. See deal 1, -ing 1
Example Sentences
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“His dealing with his inability to confront his grief is a big part of the season. It became clear that something horrible had to happen to put Kayce on a different path.”
From Los Angeles Times
Gas prices also soared Monday -- dealing another blow to the world economy -- as Qatar is a key exporter of liquefied natural gas, heightening inflationary risks.
From Barron's
As far as mentality goes, they have the manager and players most equipped at dealing with the psychological aspect of a title fight.
From BBC
Former President Hassan Rouhani, while loathed by parts of the clergy, has in recent months returned to the fore and has experience dealing with the West.
There is no dealing with insurers or complicated billing issues.
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