Cook
Cook verb - To change so much as to create a wrong impression or alter the meaning of.
Handle
Handle verb - To deal with (something) usually skillfully or efficiently.
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Both words in one sentence
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The other Giaks that handle and cook the meat in the kitchens don't seem to mind handling the flesh of their own kind.
Source: Literature / Lone Wolf -
As it turns out, a Waffle House cook is pretty well-equipped to handle a breakfast themed challenge and cook quail eggs pretty well (who knew?).
Source: All of the Other Reindeer -
Izzie: If I can handle hand to paw combat with a polar bear, I can handle a bald emotionally withdrawn cook in a Halloween costume.
Source: I Take Offense to That Last One
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