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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 approach tackles one of the biggest challenges facing chipmakers as Moore’s law begins to slow.
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Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 30 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
Recorded in Oxford, Mississippi over the course of a week, the record features a backing band of Josh Halper, Nick Corson, and MJ Lenderman, the latter of whom tackles drums, guitar, and backing vocals.
—Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 22 May 2026
In the special, Guerra tackles topics including the beauty of the skip intro guy, the soundtrack to future drug commercials, and why your brain and body can’t see eye-to-eye.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 18 May 2026
The show tackles the typical college woes, along with some heavier topics.
—Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 14 May 2026
Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 30 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
Recorded in Oxford, Mississippi over the course of a week, the record features a backing band of Josh Halper, Nick Corson, and MJ Lenderman, the latter of whom tackles drums, guitar, and backing vocals.
—Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 22 May 2026
In the special, Guerra tackles topics including the beauty of the skip intro guy, the soundtrack to future drug commercials, and why your brain and body can’t see eye-to-eye.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 18 May 2026
The show tackles the typical college woes, along with some heavier topics.
—Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 14 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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Several residents at the City Council meeting spoke in support of the program, including Steve Burrell, a community volunteer who often addresses the council on issues related to senior citizens and the unsheltered.—
Phil Diehl,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2026
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Critics of California’s voter ID initiative, including many legal scholars, say the ballot measure addresses a problem that does not exist.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
31 May 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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Nadal was diagnosed with Mueller-Weiss syndrome early in his career, a rare degenerative condition that attacks the navicular bone in the foot.—
Ava Wallace,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
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“Tackles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tackles. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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