1
as in handled
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 devoted
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 contacted
to transmit information or requests to
you may address the manager about your problems tomorrow
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Recent Examples of addressed
In March, Google addressed CVE-2025-2783, a sandbox escape bug exploited in espionage attacks against Russian organizations.
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Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 2 Oct. 2025
Branding decisions will be addressed during the merger process, which is set to conclude in summer 2026, and both schools will continue to run two independent Division 1 athletic programs for the foreseeable future, the universities said.
—Saleen Martin, USA Today, 2 Oct. 2025
Graham and JCPenney addressed that by creating a fake film called Omitted, which the model teased on her Instagram days ago.
—Hedy Phillips, PEOPLE, 2 Oct. 2025
Labor groups are demanding immediate implementation of the 18-point agreement reached in September 2024, which addressed worker welfare, safety, and factory conditions, as well as accountability for deaths and injuries during protests.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 2 Oct. 2025
The singer addressed an age-old meme with Andy Cohen again.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Oct. 2025
That can be addressed through executive power.
—Mabinty Quarshie, The Washington Examiner, 25 Sep. 2025
Owens' comments were addressed early in the premiere episode, then the episode unfolded in typical fashion with roses, dates and drama.
—Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 25 Sep. 2025
The research group addressed this challenge with a novel electro-optic router.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 25 Sep. 2025
Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 2 Oct. 2025
Branding decisions will be addressed during the merger process, which is set to conclude in summer 2026, and both schools will continue to run two independent Division 1 athletic programs for the foreseeable future, the universities said.
—Saleen Martin, USA Today, 2 Oct. 2025
Graham and JCPenney addressed that by creating a fake film called Omitted, which the model teased on her Instagram days ago.
—Hedy Phillips, PEOPLE, 2 Oct. 2025
Labor groups are demanding immediate implementation of the 18-point agreement reached in September 2024, which addressed worker welfare, safety, and factory conditions, as well as accountability for deaths and injuries during protests.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 2 Oct. 2025
The singer addressed an age-old meme with Andy Cohen again.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Oct. 2025
That can be addressed through executive power.
—Mabinty Quarshie, The Washington Examiner, 25 Sep. 2025
Owens' comments were addressed early in the premiere episode, then the episode unfolded in typical fashion with roses, dates and drama.
—Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 25 Sep. 2025
The research group addressed this challenge with a novel electro-optic router.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 25 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for addressed
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The state argued incidents that arose from the ICE facility protests in recent months have been handled by local law enforcement and have not been severe enough to be considered a riot or rebellion.—
Elizabeth Wolfe,
CNN Money,
3 Oct. 2025
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Until now, Hiyune handled the initial creation from scratch, but now the two of us also contribute at that stage.—
Billboard Japan,
Billboard,
3 Oct. 2025
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Mendelson couldn't be more excited for a new audience to learn about the legend who rewrote Hollywood's rules, captivated crowds and devoted her platform to the AIDS crisis.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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The Biden administration devoted billions of dollars to building a domestic supply chain for critical minerals and called for half of all new cars to be electric or hybrid by 2030.—
Scott W. Stern,
The Atlantic,
2 Oct. 2025
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In one survey, highlighted in the Donaldson report, more than half of adoption-agency staff members said that they were contacted about a problem with an open adoption once or twice a year—a tiny fraction of their placements.—
Nicole Chung,
The Atlantic,
2 Oct. 2025
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The bank's customer was contacted and the package with the new debit card later was delivered by the UPS driver, according to Troy police.—
Susan Tompor,
Freep.com,
2 Oct. 2025
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Liverpool have not managed to string together two or three consecutive good performances.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
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Meanwhile, 35 rooms at the Civic and other shelters that CoLEAD managed sat empty as of December 2024.—
Ashley Hiruko,
ProPublica,
6 Oct. 2025
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The payout for select customers includes up to $1 of credit to be applied toward future ParkMobile service fees.—
James Peckham,
PC Magazine,
6 Oct. 2025
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The Department of Homeland Security has detained hundreds of TPS holders from Venezuela nationwide, creating confusion about how the protections are being applied.—
Syra Ortiz Blanes,
Miami Herald,
4 Oct. 2025
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Varland reached back for the second-hardest pitch of his career, striking out Giancarlo Stanton with 101 mph to hold the lead.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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Iran reportedly executed six prisoners Saturday who the regime claimed carried out deadly attacks in the country’s oil-rich southwest on behalf of Israel, marking the latest surge in executions that rights groups say have reached levels unseen in decades.—
Michael Dorgan,
FOXNews.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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Additionally, the fibers were treated with silver, which provided anti-odor properties.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
30 Sep. 2025
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Vacheron Constantin really treated horophiles this month, unveiling an elaborate automaton clock and a métiers d’art wristwatch to accompany it.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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One person close to White House staff’s efforts to keep the president informed acknowledged that his information diet has narrowed since the first term.—
Ben Smith,
semafor.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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This information is also transmitted electronically to the pet’s current vet, ensuring vets remain better informed about lifestyle and care needs.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
6 Oct. 2025
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“Addressed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/addressed. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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