handle up
C1 slang intransitive
In simple words
To take care of something or do something really well.
Meanings
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idiomatic
slang
(Slang, AAVE) To handle a situation, responsibility, or opponent with skill and confidence.
"When things got tough, she just handled up and got the job done."
Usage notes
Primarily used in AAVE and African American pop culture. Associated with hip-hop lyrics and informal speech. Not widely understood across all English-speaking communities. Learners should be aware it is highly informal and culturally specific.
Commonly used with
business situation competition rivals duties
Forms
Base
handle up
I/you/we/they
3rd person
handles up
he/she/it
Past simple
handled up
yesterday
Past participle
handled up
have + pp
-ing form
handling up
continuous
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