Manage Definition
manage
verb
- be successful; achieve a goal; "She succeeded in persuading us all"; "I managed to carry the box upstairs"; "She pulled it off, even though we never thought her capable of it"; "The pianist negociated the difficult runs"
- be in charge of, act on, or dispose of; "I can deal with this crew of workers"; "This blender can't handle nuts"; "She managed her parents' affairs after they got too old"
- come to terms with; "We got by on just a gallon of gas"; "They made do on half a loaf of bread every day"
- watch and direct; "Who is overseeing this project?"
- achieve something by means of trickery or devious methods
- carry on or function; "We could do with a little more help around here"
- handle effectively; "The burglar wielded an axe"; "The young violinist didn't manage her bow very well"
"Manage" in song lyrics
See how manage is used in real songs:
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"My body on yo' body, hope that you can manage"
Ace Hood f/ Chris Brown — Body 2 Body -
"And if I do say so myself, I do manage"
Antoinette — Lights Out, Party's Over * -
"Savage on the mic while other crews can't manage"
Artifacts — Who's This?
Words that rhyme with manage
Usage tips for "manage"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "manage" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for manage to find words that pair well.