clumsy handling

Frequency: 6.00.8 per million words

Refers to managing or dealing with something in an awkward or inept way.

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Examples (20)

  • The manager's clumsy handling of the layoffs led to low morale.
  • The antique vase broke because of his clumsy handling.
  • The goalkeeper was criticized for his clumsy handling of the final shot.
  • Many fragile items were damaged during transit due to the delivery company's clumsy handling.
  • Her clumsy handling of the delicate situation only made things worse.
  • Her clumsy handling of the delicate negotiations jeopardized the entire agreement.
  • The company faced a lawsuit due to its clumsy handling of sensitive user data.
  • The sensitive equipment requires careful setup, not clumsy handling.
  • Ancient artifacts can be easily damaged by clumsy handling.
  • Clumsy handling of customer complaints has seriously damaged the brand's reputation.
  • The politician's clumsy handling of the reporter's question became a major headline.
  • I watched in horror at the airport baggage crew's clumsy handling of my suitcase.
  • I apologized for my clumsy handling of the fragile glassware.
  • The experiment failed, which was attributed to the intern's clumsy handling of the chemical samples.
  • The crisis was exacerbated by the government's clumsy handling of the initial response.
  • A public relations nightmare ensued from the CEO's clumsy handling of the press conference.
  • Despite his good intentions, his clumsy handling of the negotiations failed to secure a deal.
  • This camera is very expensive; any clumsy handling could lead to costly repairs.
  • The package arrived damaged, likely because of clumsy handling during shipping.
  • The historical artifact was chipped as a result of clumsy handling by the museum staff.