Handled
Handled adjective - Having a usually specified type of handle.
Both words in one sentence
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While the way he ultimately handled it was dreadful, it seems Paul made numerous legitimate attempts at helping Julia get over her sexual fears—buying books on seduction techniques, suggesting she see a therapist—all of which she rebuffed or refused without even trying.
Source: Literature / Petals on the Wind
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