Word
dealt
US/ˈdɛɫt/
UK/dˈɛlt/
Definition
v. the past form of 'deal'. You use it when you have already handled a problem, given out cards in a game, or traded goods.
v. the past tense and past participle of 'deal'. Refers to the distribution of cards, the management of a situation, or the historical conduct of business.
Examples
“She dealt the cards to the players at the table.”
“The manager dealt with the customer's complaint quickly and professionally to avoid further conflict.”
“Having dealt with similar logistical hurdles in previous quarters, the operations team was uniquely prepared to navigate the sudden supply chain disruption without losing momentum.”
Examples
simple
“She dealt the cards to the players at the table.”
contextual
“The manager dealt with the customer's complaint quickly and professionally to avoid further conflict.”
complex
“Having dealt with similar logistical hurdles in previous quarters, the operations team was uniquely prepared to navigate the sudden supply chain disruption without losing momentum.”
Usage
The past tense and past participle of 'deal'. When used with 'with', it is an inseparable phrasal verb requiring an object.
Pitfall
He dealed with the problem
He dealt with the problem
'Deal' is an irregular verb; the past form is 'dealt', not 'dealed'.
Idioms
play the hand one is dealt — To use the resources which one actually has available; to operate realistically, within the limits of one's circumstances.