as in talking (to)
to communicate with by means of spoken words
we spoke to the mall's leasing agent about opening a shop
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addressing
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The next stage are apps that offer a 360º approach, addressing the wellbeing of the caregiver and those in their care 24/7.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
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Crews are also engaged in mopping up, addressing hot spots, and back-hauling equipment on the eastern, southern, and western sides of the fire.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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“Speaking (to or with).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/speaking%20%28to%20or%20with%29. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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