Handle and Steer

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Handle

Handle verb - To deal with (something) usually skillfully or efficiently.
Usage example: as host of a live TV talk show, she must handle any situation that comes up
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Steer is a synonym for handle in control topic. In some cases you can use "Steer" instead a verb "Handle", when it comes to topics like manage, hold.
Nearby Words: hand, handled, handling, handler, handhold

Steer

Steer verb - To point out the way for (someone) especially from a position in front.
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Handle is a synonym for steer in hold topic. You can use "Handle" instead a verb "Steer", if it concerns topics such as manage, drive.
Nearby Words: steered, steering, steerage, steersman

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life handle life steer life
change handle change steer change
people handle people steer people
way handle way steer way
Other words: world, weapons.

Both words in one sentence

  • While Sentinel Prime is technically second in command to Ultra Magnus, Jazz is usually the one who keeps a handle on Sentinel and tries to steer him towards good judgment.
    Source: Hypercompetent Sidekick / Western Animation
  • Drives Like Crazy Riley figures that she should be able to steer her own Train of Thought, but due to her enthusiasm and her not being used to handle it, she makes it behave in a way that's more akin to a roller coaster, much to Fear and Disgust's chagrin.
    Source: Drives Like Crazy
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