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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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
Connie Etemadi, Miami Herald, 28 Jan. 2026
The program will also include high-level talks addressing documentary content, storytelling and business models.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 28 Jan. 2026
Tim Fang, CBS News, 27 Jan. 2026
But, even voters who move within Texas but forget to update their address are usually able to cast a limited ballot.
—Alex Driggars, Austin American Statesman, 27 Jan. 2026
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Verb
Rather, as intelligent systems continue to broaden their use and applications, leadership across a broad swath of industries must proactively address the potential security pitfalls to continue creating a safer, more intelligent world.
—Connie Etemadi, Miami Herald, 28 Jan. 2026
The program will also include high-level talks addressing documentary content, storytelling and business models.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 28 Jan. 2026
Noun
Several firearms were registered to the man living at the address, along with records of prior military service.
—Tim Fang, CBS News, 27 Jan. 2026
But, even voters who move within Texas but forget to update their address are usually able to cast a limited ballot.
—Alex Driggars, Austin American Statesman, 27 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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But if Rubio is serious about breaking China's grip on critical minerals, his summit should devote equal attention to building up the secondary market for recycled materials.—
Kristen Edgreen Kaufman,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Firm research shows mom-and-pop investors are typically devoting only a small portion of their overall portfolios to these speculative plays, while keeping most of their money in more traditional investments.—
Yun Li,Kate Rooney,Alex Harring,
CNBC,
27 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,
27 Jan. 2026
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Organizations recommend checking their websites or contacting them directly before donating items, as storage space and immediate needs can change rapidly during winter storms.—
Cheyenne Derksen,
Oklahoman,
27 Jan. 2026
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But as the practice evolved, eager writers like Jefferson and John Adams (but not George Washington or James Madison, for instance), gravitated to a richer, sympathy-bearing idiom, which no doubt bled into intimate speech, now lost.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Jan. 2026
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In 2022, Helmig announced that he was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, which primarily affected his speech.—
Gillian Stawiszynski,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
28 Jan. 2026
Noun
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His work sits at the intersection of neuroscience, behavior change, and technology.—
Rodger Dean Duncan,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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But the hardest part of the novel wasn’t scripting the scheming, backstabbing, or duplicitous behavior.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The side managed by former Kazakhstan international Rafael Urazbakhtin have now lost four games in a row in the Champions League.—
Will Jeanes,
New York Times,
28 Jan. 2026
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Bad things always linger, but usually at the margins, where they're somewhat easily managed.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
28 Jan. 2026
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During vetting by the State Department and the Department of Homeland Security, refugees are required to show they were persecuted or face persecution in their home countries and, once in the US, must apply for green cards a year after admission.—
Ray Sanchez,
CNN Money,
30 Jan. 2026
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The designation only applies to the sign, not the attached building, which houses Americana Pizza.—
Mark Dee,
Idaho Statesman,
29 Jan. 2026
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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 1 Feb. 2026.
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