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
Hill has never publicly addressed Brady’s posts.
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Leigh Blickley, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Apr. 2026
But these challenges are not unusual — and in many cases, they are routinely addressed through design, mitigation or negotiation.
—Charles Rilli, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Apr. 2026
While earlier Supreme Court cases had addressed discrimination in higher education, the Brown court was clear that the students’ youth did not make any discrimination any more permissible.
—Alison Somin, Oc Register, 10 Apr. 2026
But Pardo emphasized that his district, which includes downtown, Brickell and Edgewater, faces major issues that need to be addressed urgently.
—Tess Riski
april 10, Miami Herald, 10 Apr. 2026
On Friday, Lyonne addressed the incident in a post on X, quoting an E!
—Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 10 Apr. 2026
Altman addressed the incident in a blog post on his website.
—Daniel Arkin, NBC news, 10 Apr. 2026
The subpoena addressed her handling of the DOJ documents about Epstein.
—Ava Berger, NPR, 9 Apr. 2026
Hannah also addressed the future for potential family growth shortly before their youngest arrived.
—Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 9 Apr. 2026
Leigh Blickley, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Apr. 2026
But these challenges are not unusual — and in many cases, they are routinely addressed through design, mitigation or negotiation.
—Charles Rilli, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Apr. 2026
While earlier Supreme Court cases had addressed discrimination in higher education, the Brown court was clear that the students’ youth did not make any discrimination any more permissible.
—Alison Somin, Oc Register, 10 Apr. 2026
But Pardo emphasized that his district, which includes downtown, Brickell and Edgewater, faces major issues that need to be addressed urgently.
—Tess Riski
april 10, Miami Herald, 10 Apr. 2026
On Friday, Lyonne addressed the incident in a post on X, quoting an E!
—Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 10 Apr. 2026
Altman addressed the incident in a blog post on his website.
—Daniel Arkin, NBC news, 10 Apr. 2026
The subpoena addressed her handling of the DOJ documents about Epstein.
—Ava Berger, NPR, 9 Apr. 2026
Hannah also addressed the future for potential family growth shortly before their youngest arrived.
—Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 9 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for addressed
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The company conducting the implosion has previously handled several high-profile demolitions, including the historic Deauville Hotel, South Shore Hospital, and the remaining structure of the Surfside condominium building.—
Nikiya Carrero,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Theatrical bookings and marketing outreach will be handled by Tejinder Jouhal and Krushil Patel, while Tony Gill’s diversity PR and marketing agency Media House Global will lead the publicity campaign, with producer and publicist Dheeraj Agnihotri in an advisory role.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
9 Apr. 2026
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Lassere and Ross-Lonergan, along with thousands of others, have devoted their careers to investigating this tiny and almost perfectly inert speck.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
8 Apr. 2026
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The upper levels are devoted exclusively to computer science, with administrative offices, individual faculty offices, and smaller research and study spaces for students.—
Edward Keegan,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
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When contacted by the officers, identified as Parker and Koenig, the owner told them that Sunnie had been missing for almost half a decade.—
Gina Kalsi,
PEOPLE,
10 Apr. 2026
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The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office later contacted Miami police to say an injured man in his 40s was located at Northwest 21st Avenue and 69th Street.—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
10 Apr. 2026
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The scooter rider managed to evade police by making a U-turn, cops said.—
Colin Mixson,
New York Daily News,
10 Apr. 2026
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In 34 seasons, the Rockies have managed only five playoff berths, never won a National League West title and appeared in one World Series in 2007, swept by the Boston Red Sox in a buzzkill end to the most magical run in baseball history.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
10 Apr. 2026
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As it’s applied today, the law allows trial attorneys to prey on the state’s small and mid-sized businesses — filing frivolous, costly lawsuits over even the most minor violation of California’s complex labor code.—
Tom Manzo,
Oc Register,
6 Apr. 2026
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Ramos is eligible for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals and applied, but the program remains halted for new applicants after a yearlong battle in court that challenges the program.—
Armando Garcia,
ABC News,
6 Apr. 2026
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The fans who stuck out during yet another frigid April night started booing before Lovelady even reached the mound.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
10 Apr. 2026
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An abrupt increase with lasting impacts The ceasefire reached earlier this week stemmed some fears that the conflict could drastically deepen or even come to a resolution sooner than later.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
9 Apr. 2026
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It is diagnosed with a blood test and can be treated with medication.—
Joyann Jeffrey,
PEOPLE,
11 Apr. 2026
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After being treated at a hospital, Gallegos was booked into the West Valley Detention Center and charged with felony arson, the police said.—
Melody Petersen
Follow,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Apr. 2026
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Lopez clarified on Friday that the agency had informed Cal Fire on how to obtain search warrants with the county, but then backed away.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
11 Apr. 2026
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The union also says it was not informed when FIFA hired OnLocation to be its official hospitality partner, operating food and beverage during games at the tournament, which means a new corporate entity has been inserted into the employment relationship.—
Adam Crafton,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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“Addressed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/addressed. Accessed 14 Apr. 2026.
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