Meaning of the word "managed to" in English

What does "managed to" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

managed to

US /ˈmænɪdʒd tuː/
UK /ˈmænɪdʒd tuː/

Phrasal Verb

to succeed in doing something difficult, especially after trying hard

Example:
Despite the bad weather, we managed to reach the summit.
I don't know how, but she managed to finish the project on time.