tackling

1 of 2

noun

tack·​ling ˈta-kliŋ 

nautical often ˈtā-

: tackle, gear

tackling

2 of 2

present participle of tackle entry 2

Examples of tackling in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Flag football was among five sports given Olympic status for the 2028 Games back in 2023, with the game played five-on-five in two 20-minute halves, no tackling and an emphasis on speed and elusiveness. — ABC News, 16 Aug. 2026

There’s no tackling in these practices, but the play would’ve gone for at least 30 yards in a game. — Jon MacHota, New York Times, 31 July 2026

The aggressive tackling and chippyness from the Argentinian side led to a confrontation between the two squads. — Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2026

The local standout offers physical tackling and range in the defensive backfield. — Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 14 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for tackling

• crackling