cope
[kohp]
–verb (used without object)
1. to struggle or deal, especially on fairly even terms or with some degree of success (usually followed by with ): I will try to cope with his rudeness.
2.to face and deal with responsibilities, problems, or difficulties, especially successfully or in a calm or adequate manner: After his breakdown he couldn’t cope any longer.
3.Archaic . to come into contact; meet (usually followed by with ).
–verb (used with object)
4. British Informal . to cope with.
5.Obsolete . to come into contact with; encounter.