cope with sth
phr. v..phr. v.. to deal successfully with a difficult situation or a heavy workload.
phr. v.. to manage or contend with a stressful or challenging situation effectively; often implies maintaining emotional or operational stability under pressure.
He finds it hard to cope with the stress of his new job.
The local hospital is struggling to cope with the sudden increase in patients during the winter flu season.
Psychologists suggest that developing strong social networks is essential for helping people cope with the long-term effects of traumatic life events.
usually followed by a noun phrase representing a problem, stressor, or responsibility.
contrast with 'manage' (more neutral) and 'handle' (more active); 'cope with' often highlights the emotional or psychological effort required to survive a situation.
She is coping the pressure well.She is coping with the pressure well.the verb 'cope' requires the preposition 'with' when followed by an object.