1
as in managing
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 devoting
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 contacting
to transmit information or requests to
you may address the manager about your problems tomorrow
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Recent Examples of addressing
Morgan Stanley's comments on the AI spending environment were encouraging, addressing a key debate in the marketplace.
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Zev Fima, CNBC, 2 Mar. 2026
Another focal point will be a spotlight on distribution, addressing efforts to give African filmmakers greater access to cinemas, streaming platforms and hybrid exhibition models and ensure homegrown content reaches audiences.
—Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 2 Mar. 2026
Martinez said the council will be vigilant about addressing those market pressures.
—John Aguilar, Denver Post, 2 Mar. 2026
Aurora Mayor John Laesch arrived to deliver comments at the rally and spoke before addressing the group about the current situation in Iran.
—David Sharos, Chicago Tribune, 2 Mar. 2026
Every year, the National Women's History Alliance distinguishes a theme for the month, and 2026 is all about how women are addressing global challenges.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 1 Mar. 2026
Democrats and a handful of Republicans in the House and Senate are pushing to consider war powers resolutions addressing Iran next week.
—Dallas Morning News, 28 Feb. 2026
While addressing the press, Adrienne Spohr detailed how her mother survived the shooting that day and accused her sister, Erin, of helping Serafini fight against justice.
—Richard Ramos, CBS News, 28 Feb. 2026
Additionally, addressing stressors beyond the ones onscreen can help.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 23 Feb. 2026
Zev Fima, CNBC, 2 Mar. 2026
Another focal point will be a spotlight on distribution, addressing efforts to give African filmmakers greater access to cinemas, streaming platforms and hybrid exhibition models and ensure homegrown content reaches audiences.
—Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 2 Mar. 2026
Martinez said the council will be vigilant about addressing those market pressures.
—John Aguilar, Denver Post, 2 Mar. 2026
Aurora Mayor John Laesch arrived to deliver comments at the rally and spoke before addressing the group about the current situation in Iran.
—David Sharos, Chicago Tribune, 2 Mar. 2026
Every year, the National Women's History Alliance distinguishes a theme for the month, and 2026 is all about how women are addressing global challenges.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 1 Mar. 2026
Democrats and a handful of Republicans in the House and Senate are pushing to consider war powers resolutions addressing Iran next week.
—Dallas Morning News, 28 Feb. 2026
While addressing the press, Adrienne Spohr detailed how her mother survived the shooting that day and accused her sister, Erin, of helping Serafini fight against justice.
—Richard Ramos, CBS News, 28 Feb. 2026
Additionally, addressing stressors beyond the ones onscreen can help.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 23 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for addressing
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That's because each state has its own system for managing Medicaid, often requiring experts to make customized changes.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
1 Mar. 2026
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Iran’s powerful Revolutionary Guard and other state organs are expected to play central roles in managing any transition.—
Kara Fox,
CNN Money,
1 Mar. 2026
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For parents, devoting one-on-one time to children who are not in crisis, acknowledging their experiences, and validating their feelings without trying to fix them can make an enormous difference.—
Debra Manetta,
STAT,
26 Feb. 2026
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There are still young people out there who are devoting themselves to the craft.—
Outside,
Outside,
23 Feb. 2026
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Soil tests can be purchased at gardening centers or by contacting your local cooperative extension service office.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
6 Mar. 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.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
6 Mar. 2026
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The man handling our caller strummed it again.—
Delbert L. Chears,
Outdoor Life,
5 Mar. 2026
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Health policy experts say the federal government's actions to withhold and defer funding break with normal fraud-handling precedent.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
5 Mar. 2026
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Individuals applying for Social Security after age 65 should be aware that Medicare Part A may be backdated up to six months, and contributions made during that lookback period are subject to a 6% IRS excise tax per year until corrected.—
Allison Palmer,
Sacbee.com,
6 Mar. 2026
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Use a slow-release, granular fertilizer, applying at the rate recommended on the bag or by your local extension office.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
6 Mar. 2026
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After decades of apathy--which has pushed the nation to a fiscal precipice--some officials are now reaching across the aisle to propose solutions.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
2 Mar. 2026
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The month will start on the chilly side, but temperatures are poised to surge by the middle of next week, with highs reaching at least the 70s on several days.—
Jason Samenow,
Washington Post,
1 Mar. 2026
Verb
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There’s a rich commonality between him and Venus that could be explored here—who’s manipulating Rika more?—
Sarah Chihaya,
New Yorker,
3 Mar. 2026
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Epstein offered to host Mandelson in a New York apartment in 2009, about five months before the two discussed by email manipulating then-British premier Gordon Brown to step down.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Feb. 2026
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The universe is giving us space to integrate new desires without losing compassion for others.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
6 Mar. 2026
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The up-and-coming It girl is giving a masterclass in 90s nostalgia while giving it a fun, modern twist that is just so contagious.—
Kaitlin Clapinski,
InStyle,
6 Mar. 2026
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“Addressing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/addressing. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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