special handling

noun

: the handling of parcel-post or mail as first-class but not as special-delivery matter for an extra fee

Examples of special handling in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web These complaints addressed issues relating to TSA PreCheck, mishandling of passenger property, customer service, screening, and special handling, in that order. Stella Shon, Travel + Leisure, 14 Aug. 2024 Then, launder the item in cold water, following any special handling instructions on its care tag. 5. Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 July 2024 The exception is electronics, which will require special handling. Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 26 June 2024 But liquid oxygen has to be kept at super-cold temperatures, requiring special handling and insulation to prevent boil-off as it is loaded into the rocket. Stephen Clark, Ars Technica, 11 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for special handling 

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Word History

First Known Use

1928, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of special handling was in 1928

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“Special handling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/special%20handling. Accessed 1 Oct. 2024.

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