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cope with

phr. v..
B1 Intermediate Oxford

phr. v.. to deal successfully with a difficult situation or problem.

phr. v.. to manage or contend with a stressful or challenging situation, often implying an emotional or psychological effort to maintain control.


SIMPLE

He finds it hard to cope with his new job.

CONTEXTUAL

After the factory closed, many families struggled to cope with the sudden loss of income.

COMPLEX

Psychologists suggest that developing strong social networks is essential for helping individuals cope with the long-term effects of trauma.

Particles
with
Separability
inseparable
Pattern
cope + with + object
Usage

usually followed by a noun or gerund representing the problem or stressor.

Teaching tip

contrast with 'manage' (more neutral) and 'handle' (more active); 'cope with' often focuses on the person's emotional resilience during the struggle.

Pitfall

She is coping the stress well.She is coping with the stress well.the verb 'cope' requires the preposition 'with' to connect to the object.

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