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to handle or control something effectively, especially a task, project, or organization
The team manages the project with precision and care.
The team oversees the project with attention to detail and responsibility.
Often used in business and leadership contexts to describe the ability to oversee and direct resources or people.
to cope with or deal with a difficult situation or emotion
He manages his stress through meditation and exercise.
He handles his stress by practicing mindfulness and physical activity.
In this sense, 'manage' implies finding a way to handle something challenging without necessarily solving it completely.
'Manage' is versatile but can sound formal in some contexts. For casual speech, consider synonyms like 'handle' or 'cope with'.
While 'manage' is useful, overusing it can make your writing or speech sound repetitive. Vary your vocabulary with synonyms.
From Old French 'mengier' (to handle, manage), from Latin 'manus' (hand). The verb evolved to mean 'to handle or control' in Middle English.
While 'manage' can be used in formal and informal contexts, it often implies a level of skill or responsibility. Avoid using it when describing complete control or ownership.