1
as in managing
to deal with (something) usually skillfully or efficiently
the problem will only get worse if you don't address it now
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2
as in devoting
to occupy (oneself) diligently or with close attention
please address yourself to what I'm saying and not to the television
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3
as in contacting
to transmit information or requests to
you may address the manager about your problems tomorrow
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Recent Examples of addressing
But those plans can be quite narrow and ineffective for addressing flood damage.
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Tamia Fowlkes, jsonline.com, 6 Oct. 2025
The document aims to provide clarity and accuracy in reporting, addressing contemporary issues and nuanced terminology with precision and sensitivity.
—Nashville Tennessean, 5 Oct. 2025
By addressing one of the most persistent inefficiencies in combination vehicles, Tesla could make towing more energy-efficient and less aerodynamically penalizing, reinforcing the Cybertruck’s reputation for pushing the boundaries of both style and functionality, reports Electrek.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 5 Oct. 2025
In addressing irreparable harm, Immergut said the state faced constitutional injury from loss of control over its Guard, operational harm from diversion of troops trained for state emergencies and public safety risks.
—Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 5 Oct. 2025
Bad Bunny is addressing the backlash surrounding his selection as the 2026 Super Bowl Halftime Show headliner.
—Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 5 Oct. 2025
Democrats, however, have put forward an alternative proposal addressing multiple policy priorities, including premium tax credits for health insurance purchased through the Affordable Care Act marketplace.
—Arkansas Online, 5 Oct. 2025
Cold Open Colin Jost portrayed the Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth, addressing a room full of military officials.
—Nicholas Rice, PEOPLE, 5 Oct. 2025
The first quarter moon in Capricorn advises taking charge and addressing shared resources.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 29 Sep. 2025
Tamia Fowlkes, jsonline.com, 6 Oct. 2025
The document aims to provide clarity and accuracy in reporting, addressing contemporary issues and nuanced terminology with precision and sensitivity.
—Nashville Tennessean, 5 Oct. 2025
By addressing one of the most persistent inefficiencies in combination vehicles, Tesla could make towing more energy-efficient and less aerodynamically penalizing, reinforcing the Cybertruck’s reputation for pushing the boundaries of both style and functionality, reports Electrek.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 5 Oct. 2025
In addressing irreparable harm, Immergut said the state faced constitutional injury from loss of control over its Guard, operational harm from diversion of troops trained for state emergencies and public safety risks.
—Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 5 Oct. 2025
Bad Bunny is addressing the backlash surrounding his selection as the 2026 Super Bowl Halftime Show headliner.
—Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 5 Oct. 2025
Democrats, however, have put forward an alternative proposal addressing multiple policy priorities, including premium tax credits for health insurance purchased through the Affordable Care Act marketplace.
—Arkansas Online, 5 Oct. 2025
Cold Open Colin Jost portrayed the Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth, addressing a room full of military officials.
—Nicholas Rice, PEOPLE, 5 Oct. 2025
The first quarter moon in Capricorn advises taking charge and addressing shared resources.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 29 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for addressing
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Former San Francisco Giants manager Bruce Bochy mutually agreed with the Texas Rangers to step away from managing the ball club.—
Hunter Mulholland,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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If the thought of budgeting gives you a headache, there's another way to approach managing your money without tracking every expense or obsessing over spreadsheets.—
Andreina Rodriguez,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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Michaels is devoting about 25% of space in its stores to this new venture while also launching a party concept.—
Daniel Wine,
CNN Money,
30 Sep. 2025
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Already, boards are devoting more time and attention to discussing the use of AI within their organizations, including more than 62% of directors who reported participating in full-board discussions about AI policies for their companies.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
27 Sep. 2025
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He is also barred from contacting seven witnesses in the case, most of them sheriff’s department employees and some of his accusers.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Anyone who has been a victim of abuse by Church personnel is encouraged to report it—either by contacting law enforcement, the Archdiocese of Miami’s hotline at 1-866-802-2873, or the Florida Department of Children and Families’ abuse hotline at 1-800-962-2873.—
Lauren Costantino,
Miami Herald,
2 Oct. 2025
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Don Lisi, Rogers Police Department spokesman, said police investigate cases involving virtual currency scams on a regular basis, and the department is currently handling a couple of such cases.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
4 Oct. 2025
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Louisville police's Traffic Unit is handling the ongoing investigation.—
Matthew Glowicki,
Louisville Courier Journal,
4 Oct. 2025
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Starting on Friday, anyone interested in applying for the role as interim county executive can apply on the county clerk’s website, submitting a short application and resume, McGee said.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
2 Oct. 2025
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While applying pre-emergent herbicides in September or October is the best defense against these weeds, mowing in late fall and winter can help manage any that appear after the herbicide window.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Oct. 2025
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Warren Buffett's conglomerate is reaching a deal to buy OxyChem, Occidental Petroleum's petrochemical unit, according to The Wall Street Journal on Tuesday.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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The second planet from the sun has a completely inhospitable surface, with temperatures reaching 863 degrees Fahrenheit (462 degrees Celsius) and a crushing pressure underneath an oppressively thick atmosphere.—
Keith Cooper,
Space.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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With the technology becoming increasingly adept at creating convincing crowd scenes, manipulating visuals has never been easier.—
Chloe Veltman,
NPR,
3 Oct. 2025
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Julie asked Jimmy Heagerty about where things stood with Mickey Lee, and Jimmy said Morgan did a great job manipulating Mickey into sending him home.—
David Wysong,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
29 Sep. 2025
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Ross is also taller, giving officers more viewing coverage above crowds than Walking Horses, which can be as short as 14 hands, or 4 feet, 9 inches tall.—
Craig Shoup,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Oct. 2025
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Free friendship bracelets at Insomnia Cookies Meanwhile, Insomnia Cookies is giving customers free friendship bracelets for the day.—
Cheryl V. Jackson,
IndyStar,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Addressing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/addressing. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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