as in methods
the means or procedure for doing something
this clearly isn't working, so let's take a different tack in trying to solve the problem
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Recent Examples of tacks
New Atlas, 9 June 2026
There are two tacks for the contemporary performer facing the decline of classic genres of film and comedy.
—Lauren Michele Jackson, New Yorker, 7 June 2026
In going over some of these more sophisticated tacks on AI progress, the panel kept touching on that idea of whether to lean more toward explainable AI, or something different.
—John Werner, Forbes.com, 23 May 2026
To boost those efforts, Uber has taken a variety of tacks in recent years, including striking partnerships, investing in other companies and making acquisitions.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 29 Apr. 2026
The Thriller Title Track Wasn’t Michael’s Idea Michael spends a lot of time on the creation of Thriller, and Jackson tacks song titles to the wall one by one as the album comes together.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 25 Apr. 2026
California's special gas blend tacks on roughly 10-15 cents per gallon to refining costs.
—Richard Ramos, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
On top of the federal gas tax that every driver pays, each state tacks on its own local gas tax.
—Keith Laing, USA Today, 2 Apr. 2026
Celebrity nail artist Brittney Boyce uses CND’s Kiss From a Rose for the base, and tacks on a cross at the center of each nail.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 8 Mar. 2026
Noun
Escalating to the last defensive resort, Mammoth tacks on long-range rifle storage above both sides of the king-size bed for immediate access.
—New Atlas, 9 June 2026
There are two tacks for the contemporary performer facing the decline of classic genres of film and comedy.
—Lauren Michele Jackson, New Yorker, 7 June 2026
In going over some of these more sophisticated tacks on AI progress, the panel kept touching on that idea of whether to lean more toward explainable AI, or something different.
—John Werner, Forbes.com, 23 May 2026
To boost those efforts, Uber has taken a variety of tacks in recent years, including striking partnerships, investing in other companies and making acquisitions.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 29 Apr. 2026
The Thriller Title Track Wasn’t Michael’s Idea Michael spends a lot of time on the creation of Thriller, and Jackson tacks song titles to the wall one by one as the album comes together.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 25 Apr. 2026
California's special gas blend tacks on roughly 10-15 cents per gallon to refining costs.
—Richard Ramos, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
On top of the federal gas tax that every driver pays, each state tacks on its own local gas tax.
—Keith Laing, USA Today, 2 Apr. 2026
Celebrity nail artist Brittney Boyce uses CND’s Kiss From a Rose for the base, and tacks on a cross at the center of each nail.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 8 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tacks
Noun
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While there are lash-growth serums, lengthening mascaras, and even professional lash extensions, knowing when and how to use each of these methods is what will actually make a difference.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
17 June 2026
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Consumers often rely on appearance and smell other than expiry dates to judge whether products are still safe to eat, despite the limitations of those methods.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
17 June 2026
Verb
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This compact tote folds into a small pouch that clips directly onto your keys and expands into a functional bag when needed.—
Corein Carter,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2026
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Joe Rodon clips a pass over the top of the Brentford defence for Calvert-Lewin to contest.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
25 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Chance of lightning increases as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is overhead.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
15 June 2026
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France, Spain, Denmark, Thailand and South Korea are among others studying or developing similar approaches.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 June 2026
Verb
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In one respect, though, Young Washington nails it.—
James Parker,
The Atlantic,
16 June 2026
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The home nails that rustic aesthetic and is fronted by generous glazing, including double glass doors, with a second entrance at the side.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
16 June 2026
Noun
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When considered city by city and decade by decade, there are lots of factors in home run totals, from ballpark dimensions to playing strategies to the number of long ball hitters in each lineup.—
Steve Lopez,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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Market dynamics, consumer preferences, manufacturing considerations, and pricing strategies can all influence how products are formulated and positioned.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
Verb
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The Pocket Grip also features a central hex drive that clamps a standard hex bit.—
Maryna Holovnova,
New Atlas,
4 Mar. 2026
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The device, which clamps onto the line just above the hook and pairs zinc and graphite in seawater, creates a small electric field about the size of a beachball around the hook, and rattles approaching sharks.—
Bill Kearney,
Sun Sentinel,
6 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Jacques Solovière Paris For spring 2027, Jacques Solovière Paris, founded in 2014 by designer Alexia Aubert, introduced new signature silhouettes, advanced construction techniques and high-quality leathers.—
Andrea Onate,
Footwear News,
21 June 2026
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Some are incorporating innovative finishes and maturation techniques.—
David Thomas Tao,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
Verb
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Presented with an opportunity to finally confess his feelings to Nikki, our man screws the metaphorical pooch.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
14 June 2026
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Though, to be fair, Coop screws this up more often than not.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2026
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“Tacks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tacks. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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