DEALS (WITH) Synonyms: 59 Similar and Opposite Words

deals (with)

verb

present tense third-person singular of deal (with)

as in treats

to behave toward in a stated way it's important to deal with others fairly

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as in concerns

to have (something) as a subject matter this textbook deals with the history of France

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For much of the story, Xu Fu looks out for himself and treats the war as someone else’s problem.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 9 Oct. 2026
In a secluded bubble away from the city, Stephen Miller’s wife treats Washington’s most powerful to custom cakes, live donkeys, and sake-squirting hibachi chefs.

— Aidan McLaughlin, Vanity Fair, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of treats

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Rosemary, the resort’s signature restaurant serves plant-forward cuisine that incorporates regional ingredients and spices.

— Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 3 Oct. 2026
Pugh also serves as an executive producer on East of Eden, taking on a central role in the creation of the series since she was brought on in 2020.

— Hilary Lewis, HollywoodReporter, 3 Oct. 2026

Definition of serves

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The award covers its participation in the Start-Up Valley at ITMA 2027 in Hanover, Germany, including an exhibition stand and supporting services.

— Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2026
But the White House has refused to allow CNN and Politico in the Oval Office and aboard Air Force One, places that are opened up to the press pool, a rotating group of journalists that covers the president's movements each day.

— Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of covers

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Netflix will stream it in Latin America, Spain and Portugal in 2027 following a theatrical run, while Luxbox handles international sales.

— Anna Marie de la Fuente, Variety, 9 Oct. 2026
That high smoke point is a big part of why tallow handles hot pans and deep fryers without breaking down.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 9 Oct. 2026

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