idiom

get a handle on

3Sections

To start to understand and deal with a situation or problem

Definition

To start to understand and deal with a situation or problem

Examples

  • I'm trying to GET A HANDLE ON this situation.
  • She finally GOT A HANDLE ON the problem.
  • We need to GET A HANDLE ON costs urgently.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms:

  • understand
  • get control of
  • manage

Antonyms:

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