"Deals with" is a commonly used phrase to indicate handling a particular situation or subject matter. However, there are several synonyms for this phrase that can add variety, depth, and nuance to your writing. Here are a few examples: manages, tackles, copes with, wrestles with, approaches, confronts, takes on, addresses, attends to, contemplates, grapples with, takes care of, and deals in. By using synonyms, you can provide specific information about the nature of the task or challenge being addressed, as well as add flavor and complexity to your prose.