Synonyms of tackles

tackles

verb

present tense third-person singular of tackle

as in approaches

to start work on energetically

once I clean the kitchen, I think I'll tackle the bathroom

Synonyms & Similar Words

• approaches
• undertakes
• addresses
• has at
• attacks
• dives (into)
• wades (in or into)
• pursues
• tears into
• goes at
• focuses (on)
• falls (to)
• pitches into
• sails into
• concentrates (on)
• faces
• buckles (down to)
• settles (down)
• lights into
• plunges (in)
• knuckles down (to)
• pitches in
• zeroes (in on)
• takes up

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• avoids
• evades
• shuns
• plays
• lags
• pokes
• messes
• fools
• dawdles
• dallies
• trifles
• idles
• putters (around)
• fiddles (around)
• monkeys (around)
• potters (around)
• dillydallies

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of tackles

His focus on the voting bill, instead of signing one that tackles a top issue for voters, has left some GOP strategists baffled. — David Hickey, NBC news, 2 July 2026

Kin, which was selected as one of Oprah's Book Club picks earlier this year, tackles themes of family and found family, particularly between women. — Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026

In the special, Arcuri tackles topics like marital pranks and urinal mind games while contending, on the more serious side, with his wife Katie Thurston’s cancer journey. — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 24 June 2026

While this study primarily tackles printability, the researchers note that their framework can now be used to test other natural biopolymers. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 24 June 2026

One of our favorite early deals is a sleek cordless vacuum that fits into corners, tackles pet dander, and is lightweight enough to handle with ease. — Kate Donovan, Southern Living, 22 June 2026

The ProLeap system handles thresholds and room transitions that stop other robots cold, 35,000Pa of suction with anti-tangle brush technology tackles carpets and pet hair, and dual omni-scrub mopping with hot water takes care of stubborn floor stains. — Victoria Song, The Verge, 22 June 2026

The Foundation tackles the social and cultural challenges that the market alone will not solve. — Baz Dreisinger, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026

Before the Bears mailbag also goes on a brief hiatus, Brad Biggs tackles another set of reader questions. — Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2026