1
as in to handle
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 to devote
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 to contact
to transmit information or requests to
you may address the manager about your problems tomorrow
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1
as in speech
a usually formal discourse delivered to an audience
George Washington's Farewell Address a papal address
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2
as in behavior
the way or manner in which one conducts oneself
a gentleman with all of poise and social address that one would expect of someone coming from old money
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Recent Examples of address
Letters To The Editor, Hartford Courant, 6 Jan. 2026
Dokoupil's live show saw the journalist address an apparent technical flub on the air, though the segment was corrected upon streaming on CBS' website.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Jan. 2026
Michael Scherer, The Atlantic, 7 Jan. 2026
Eleven Revelstoke Lodge has a prime address in a historic building in the heart of downtown.
—Jen Murphy, Outside, 7 Jan. 2026
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Verb
Poor governmental decisions and lack of planning should be addressed by the city of Waterbury, and no one else.
—Letters To The Editor, Hartford Courant, 6 Jan. 2026
Dokoupil's live show saw the journalist address an apparent technical flub on the air, though the segment was corrected upon streaming on CBS' website.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Jan. 2026
Noun
Someone had also posted flyers at neighborhood parks where their kids played, revealing their home address and calling him a Nazi.
—Michael Scherer, The Atlantic, 7 Jan. 2026
Eleven Revelstoke Lodge has a prime address in a historic building in the heart of downtown.
—Jen Murphy, Outside, 7 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for address
Verb
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Perception is handled through a dual-lidar setup consisting of Halo and Sentinel systems.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Jan. 2026
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Questions regarding vehicle maintenance and specifications are handled by the City of Chicago's Fleet & Facility Management department, which manages all municipal equipment.—
Jermont Terry,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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The Spanish chef’s fine-dining concept is an homage to the glories of the world’s oceans, with a strong emphasis on the bounty of the local waters that includes lionfish, Mahi Mahi, and an entire menu section devoted entirely to various renditions of conch.—
Jesse Ashlock,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Jan. 2026
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But Man-su, who has devoted his life to the careful cultivation of paper products while everyone else has gone digital, has an easier time setting his crime in motion than in executing it.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Jan. 2026
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Prosecutors accused Moore of contacting the staffer via phone calls and texts after the breakup, prompting the woman to contact the University of Michigan and cooperate in its investigation.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
7 Jan. 2026
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For more details on the claims process or to download a claim form, visit the Hoosier Lottery Winners page or contact the customer service team at 1-800-955-6886.—
Chris Sims,
IndyStar,
7 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Hill says Mikko, who is nonverbal, also uses an AAC device, which helps people who have speech or language problems to communicate.—
Jacqueline Howard,
CNN Money,
12 Jan. 2026
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The former child actor dove into his speech by first poking fun at his Home Alone fame.—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Rather than focusing only on crash performance, safety systems now need to adjust dynamically to changing vehicle states and user behavior.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Jan. 2026
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Not because the moms themselves are toxic people, but because the dynamic shifts into an ugly place with mean-girl behavior.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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In the past, American capitalism, despite its many faults, had managed to develop a safety net that compensated a little for its exploitations.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
10 Jan. 2026
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Ownership also involves financial responsibility, with car insurance playing a role in how people manage and protect their assets.—
Ethan M. Stone,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
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This impressive deal only applies to the six-piece set, which includes five compression packing cubes and one drawstring bag in select colors.—
Emily Belfiore,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Jan. 2026
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The two, a male and a female, were hospitalized with gunshot wounds after Portland police officers applied a tourniquet on scene.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Iran has been plunged into a nationwide internet blackout as anti-regime protests intensify, severely restricting communication across the country as demonstrations enter their second week and the death toll reaches 44, according to reports.—
Emma Bussey,
FOXNews.com,
9 Jan. 2026
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According to the official, the suspect refused to roll his window down or get out of his car, so the officer broke a rear window and reached inside the car to unlock the door.—
WCCO Staff,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Address.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/address. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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