verb
Meaning 1
to behave
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: idiomatic
Examples
- surprisingly, the girls handled themselves at the dinner
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
Phrase guide
handle oneself
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verb
Meaning 2
to conduct oneself or to perform (in a specified manner)
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: idiomatic
Examples
- he handled himself well under trying circumstances
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
History
Etymology
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