cope with
/koʊp wɪð/To manage or deal with a difficult situation or problem
He learned to cope with his anxiety through therapy.
Therapy helped him manage his anxiety.
The company is struggling to cope with the economic downturn.
The company is having trouble dealing with the economic downturn.
Often used to describe managing emotional or psychological challenges.
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💡Pro Tip
Common Usage
Use 'cope with' when referring to managing ongoing difficulties, especially emotional or psychological ones.
⚡Gold Rule
Avoid Overuse
While useful, avoid overusing 'cope with' in formal writing; consider synonyms like 'manage' or 'handle' for variety.
📖Word Origin
From Middle English 'copen' (to buy, purchase) and 'with' (together). The modern sense of 'deal with' emerged in the 16th century.
📝Usage Notes
Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to describe managing challenges, especially emotional or psychological ones.