Cope

To manage a tough situation by finding ways to deal with it and keep calm, like when you have a lot of homework but still finish it without getting too stressed.

Examples

• When faced with the challenge of completing a difficult science project, I learned how to cope by breaking the task into smaller parts and asking my teacher for help when I felt stuck.
• After losing a close soccer match, the team gathered to discuss how to cope with their disappointment and focus on improving their skills for the next game.
• During the pandemic, many students had to cope with online learning by developing new routines and finding creative ways to stay connected with their friends through video calls and virtual games.

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