as in approaching
to start work on energetically
once I clean the kitchen, I think I'll tackle the bathroom
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Recent Examples of tackling
In March, the UN will open the Portail des Nations, a multimedia center dedicated to the work of the UN in tackling global challenges.
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Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Jan. 2026
High-octane thrills range from canyoning and skydiving to tackling the world’s highest waterfall cable climb.
—Jen Murphy, Outside, 7 Jan. 2026
For a vacuum that’s quiet in operation and capable of tackling messes on hard floors and medium-pile carpets, this is a great pick.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 5 Nov. 2025
Halftime events during the game included the Future Buccaneers going on the field to participate in tackling drills, throwing and catching a touchdown, and kicking field goals.
—Cyril A. Reinicke, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Nov. 2025
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Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Jan. 2026
High-octane thrills range from canyoning and skydiving to tackling the world’s highest waterfall cable climb.
—Jen Murphy, Outside, 7 Jan. 2026
For a vacuum that’s quiet in operation and capable of tackling messes on hard floors and medium-pile carpets, this is a great pick.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 5 Nov. 2025
Halftime events during the game included the Future Buccaneers going on the field to participate in tackling drills, throwing and catching a touchdown, and kicking field goals.
—Cyril A. Reinicke, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tackling
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Footage of the incidents show agents swarming vehicles, smashing windows and trying to pry open car doors within seconds of approaching drivers.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
16 Jan. 2026
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The emergency protocol was alerted when Flight 1853 was already approaching its intended designation at Barcelona-El Prat Airport from Istanbul.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
16 Jan. 2026
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On top of that, Petek wrote that over the last four years the governor and Legislature had plugged $125 billion in budget holes largely without addressing the structural differences between spending and revenue which have led budget deficits to grow over time.—
Andrew Graham,
Sacbee.com,
13 Jan. 2026
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Focusing on a single shelf, one drawer, or even just your workout leggings feels a lot simpler than addressing the entire closet.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Jan. 2026
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Continuing the discussion of investing in California, Newsom noted that the state is undertaking a substantial number of infrastructure projects, totaling about $109 billion across 28,000 projects.—
Noe Padilla,
USA Today,
8 Jan. 2026
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This year, the city opened its downtown improvement grant program, which provides grants up to $7,500 for downtown commercial property owners and businesses undertaking exterior or interior improvement projects.—
Taylor O'Connor,
Kansas City Star,
8 Jan. 2026
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The demonstrations intensified after a federal officer shot a Venezuelan man accused of fleeing a traffic stop and attacking an agent, federal officials said.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
16 Jan. 2026
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After officers reached the person, two other people arrived from a nearby apartment and all three started attacking the officer, according to DHS.—
Steve Karnowski,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Jan. 2026
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“Tackling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tackling. Accessed 18 Jan. 2026.
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