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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Relevance
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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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as in speech
a usually formal discourse delivered to an audience
George Washington's Farewell Address a papal address
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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
Eric Stephens,
New York Times,
24 June 2026
These organizations focus on helping women and girls and address reproductive rights and healthcare access, maternal health, Indigenous health, economic empowerment, domestic worker rights, gender equity and legal advocacy, and support for women and girls facing violence or poverty.
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Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
24 June 2026
Tonya Blazio-Licorish,
Footwear News,
23 June 2026
The statements go to your address.
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Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
23 June 2026
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Verb
There is the matter of getting Collin Graf, a key young two-way forward, signed and then addressing the next contracts for Celebrini and Smith, which could take a massive bite out of that vast cap space in 2027-28 and beyond.
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Eric Stephens,
New York Times,
24 June 2026
These organizations focus on helping women and girls and address reproductive rights and healthcare access, maternal health, Indigenous health, economic empowerment, domestic worker rights, gender equity and legal advocacy, and support for women and girls facing violence or poverty.
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Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
24 June 2026
Noun
To support the industry, the Garment Center Capitol Association centralized at two now-iconic addresses.
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Tonya Blazio-Licorish,
Footwear News,
23 June 2026
The statements go to your address.
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Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
23 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for address
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Bosch, the German engineering firm, says its British subsidiary now handles 10,000 import transactions per year, a stunning increase from just 40 annually prior to Brexit.
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According to the developers, the AI agent will create itineraries, handle arrangements, and try to anticipate what guests need.
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Since Israel’s founding, members of the community who devoted themselves to Torah studies have been exempt from the nation’s compulsory military service.
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The album’s first half is all head-over-heels, dreamily devoted love songs, whimsical head rushes turned into music that recalls Lorde, the Cure, and Annie Ernaux.
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Those who wish to remain anonymous can contact Miami-Dade County Crime Stoppers at 305-471-TIPS.
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Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact CHP’s Major Crimes Unit at 916-731-6580.
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Trump kicked off the Great American State Fair celebration Wednesday, June 24, with a speech that echoed several of his most familiar refrains, from lowering gas prices and criticizing former President Joe Biden to touting his border policies.
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Evelyn Pomatto, 15, was visiting the area for a speech and debate tournament through her high school.
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As the race progressed, Schlossberg received heavy media scrutiny by The New York Times with reports of high turnover inside his campaign and allegations of erratic behavior.
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In other words, sourcing behaviors are not so much changing as shifting geographically.
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Both Ghana and England will walk away with a point after Ghana managed to hold off England in a heart-pounding final few minutes of stoppage time.
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Most of the site sits on private land, with a smaller portion managed by the Bureau of Land Management.
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Neel said many community members have made preparations in anticipation of the ruling, including applying for asylum.
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An economist that the city hired estimates that the tax increase will add $500 to $650 annually in taxes for the average family of four, despite the sales tax not being applied to groceries or medical supplies.
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The ship reached the port on June 19 with a 61-foot female fin whale on its bow, according to NOAA Fisheries Alaska.
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Ultrasound can also reach deeper into the brain than any other non-invasive technology, enabling it to target important deep brain structures.
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“Address.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/address. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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