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to start work on energetically
once I clean the kitchen, I think I'll tackle the bathroom
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Recent Examples of tackles
The psychological horror film tackles weight loss, diet culture, obsession and addiction.
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Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 3 June 2026
Josh Greenbaum’s documentary Playing POTUS tackles the storied tradition of presidential parody.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 3 June 2026
The series also tackles aging, particularly through Judith’s struggle to navigate a world increasingly eager to tell women when their best years are behind them.
—Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026
According to the team, their work tackles one of the biggest limitations in modern laser physics.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 31 May 2026
An officer then tackles one of the men.
—Nicole Acevedo, NBC news, 29 May 2026
Together, the formula tackles crepiness, fine lines, and dark spots from sun damage.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Glamour, 27 May 2026
Rather than adding another minivan to a crowded segment, Kia tackles the things that push families away—awkward styling and lackluster driving dynamics—then layers in generous features, standard safety tech, and the brand's 10-year/100,000-mile warranty.
—Michael Harley, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
While Robin Williams' signature humor appears in Patch Adams, the film tackles challenging topics such as suicide and child molestation, as well.
—Sharareh Drury, Entertainment Weekly, 25 May 2026
Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 3 June 2026
Josh Greenbaum’s documentary Playing POTUS tackles the storied tradition of presidential parody.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 3 June 2026
The series also tackles aging, particularly through Judith’s struggle to navigate a world increasingly eager to tell women when their best years are behind them.
—Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026
According to the team, their work tackles one of the biggest limitations in modern laser physics.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 31 May 2026
An officer then tackles one of the men.
—Nicole Acevedo, NBC news, 29 May 2026
Together, the formula tackles crepiness, fine lines, and dark spots from sun damage.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Glamour, 27 May 2026
Rather than adding another minivan to a crowded segment, Kia tackles the things that push families away—awkward styling and lackluster driving dynamics—then layers in generous features, standard safety tech, and the brand's 10-year/100,000-mile warranty.
—Michael Harley, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
While Robin Williams' signature humor appears in Patch Adams, the film tackles challenging topics such as suicide and child molestation, as well.
—Sharareh Drury, Entertainment Weekly, 25 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tackles
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One way to use that cap space is through accounting maneuvers designed to create more room in the future budget — like when quarterback Bo Nix approaches a massive second contract in 2027 or 2028.—
Nick Kosmider,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
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Fans get to know actors, musicians and directors beyond surface level because Poehler approaches each conversation from a more personal perspective, instead of strictly professional.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
Denver Post,
1 June 2026
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Katie Stockton,
CNBC,
25 May 2026
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As her mother’s failing health threatens the life of her unborn child, Ofelia undertakes a quest to complete the Faun’s tasks.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
13 May 2026
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The plan also addresses how the Army would manage public communications surrounding an execution, including provisions for media access to witness the executions.—
Steve Beynon,
ABC News,
6 June 2026
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Prospects for a lasting deal between Iran and the US that addresses Washington’s security interests and allows Tehran to prosper are dim because there’s no win-win formula.—
Mohammed Sergie,
semafor.com,
4 June 2026
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Democrats, meanwhile, say the rhetoric sounds strikingly similar to the populist arguments advanced by the very progressives DeSantis routinely attacks.—
Garrett Shanley,
Miami Herald,
3 June 2026
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Dennis waits until Mallory leaves to go on a bike ride, and then attacks her on the path.—
Erin Qualey,
Vulture,
29 May 2026
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