coping
Americannoun
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a finishing or protective course or cap to an exterior masonry wall or the like.
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a piece of woodwork having its end shaped to fit together with a molding.
noun
Etymology
Origin of coping
Example Sentences
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Big-ticket durable-goods sales matter because they help illustrate how consumers are coping when they have a choice to spend or not.
From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026
We leave Greg, Archie and Mann coping with feelings of being left behind.
From Salon • May 11, 2026
The revised timeline suggests these ancient humans were developing complex technology while coping with extreme environmental stress rather than during comfortable conditions.
From Science Daily • May 9, 2026
"I wouldn't say I'm fully coping," Kearns said.
From BBC • Apr. 26, 2026
He usually gave them some money, although they seemed to be coping quite well by themselves.
From "The Thief Lord" by Cornelia Funke
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