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was dealing
  • past progressive of deal.

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In its first statement on the crisis, Oceanwide Expeditions confirmed it was dealing with "a serious medical situation" on board the MV Hondius, travelling from Ushuaia in Argentina to Cape Verde.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

DeVaux said Golden Tempo was dealing with cracked heels on his front feet but that she wasn’t worried about how he would run.

From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2026

The jump, which was expected, marked the biggest monthly change since 2022, when the world was dealing with an energy shock brought on by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

During his defense, Kassis claimed that he didn’t know he was dealing with a terrorist organization, largely because he doesn’t speak Spanish.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

She reminded herself she was dealing with fools.

From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack