as in approaches
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
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.
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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.
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Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
24 June 2026
Pet owners may also want to check out this Roborock Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo, which tackles pet hair and dirty floors in one go.
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Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
23 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.
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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.
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Victoria Song,
The Verge,
22 June 2026
The Foundation tackles the social and cultural challenges that the market alone will not solve.
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Baz Dreisinger,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
Evoluto is limiting its run of coupes to 55 examples before its team tackles the open-air-spider model.
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Basem Wasef,
Robb Report,
17 June 2026
Before the Bears mailbag also goes on a brief hiatus, Brad Biggs tackles another set of reader questions.
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Chicago Tribune,
17 June 2026
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
Pet owners may also want to check out this Roborock Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo, which tackles pet hair and dirty floors in one go.
—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
23 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
Evoluto is limiting its run of coupes to 55 examples before its team tackles the open-air-spider model.
—
Basem Wasef,
Robb Report,
17 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tackles
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At the same moment Joel’s SUV enters the intersection on red, an eastbound Cadillac Escalade approaches on green and the two vehicles collide.
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Distant Lands approaches such feelings sidelong, as if acting casual will soften grief’s blow.
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The center undertakes research projects on everything from intensive therapy programs to software for aphasia treatment.
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Set in a small Spanish town, Mio undertakes an odyssey between childhood and adolescence that demands everything of him in his quest to find himself.
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The effort also addresses an expanding operational need to better shield artillery crews from evolving battlefield threats that increasingly target platforms during movement, firing missions, and resupply activities.
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Stearns addresses Mendoza firing Mets President of Baseball Operations David Stearns made the announcement in a news release Friday before holding a news conference at Citi Field.
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The 6-foot-9 Haugh stretches defenses with his shooting, attacks the rim, thrives in transition and guards multiple positions.
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Zuko attacks Katara while Azula attacks Aang, ultimately injuring him and leaving his fate unclear as Team Avatar escapes.
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“Tackles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tackles. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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