as in to tackle
to start work on energetically
waded deep into the repair project and didn't come out of it until four hours later enthusiastically waded into his science fair project
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The gathering will bring together local groups, including CRS, Epic Partners and Coach Core, alongside stakeholders and funders, to highlight their work tackling youth violence and supporting young people through outreach, sports and creative arts.—
Erin Hill,
PEOPLE,
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The variety of blades can tackle several different pruning jobs, which makes this versatile set your new best friend until the first frost sets in.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Sep. 2025
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Do not approach water, wet objects, or metal items.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
4 Sep. 2025
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Hurricane Kiko slowly approaching Hawaii Hurricane Kiko will be closely watched for up to 10 days, AccuWeather Meteorologist Geoff Cornish said.—
John Bacon,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Trump has undertaken a monthslong pressure campaign urging lower interest rates.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
4 Sep. 2025
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The project will be undertaken in collaboration with the 11th Civil Engineering Squadron.—
Abhishek Bhardwaj,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Sep. 2025
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Currently, addressing the fire has required $1,500,000 in expenses.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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After putting Ginger on an antibiotic, caring for her wounds and placing her in an e-collar, Palamara said the real challenge lay in addressing the root cause of the behavior.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
31 Aug. 2025
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Mastantuono, 18, has the characteristics to contribute from a deeper position, but his signing was intended for more attacking areas, as is being seen.—
Mario Cortegana,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
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An elderly Arkansas man is in the hospital after a black bear attacked him in Franklin County on Wednesday.—
Kris Millgate,
Outdoor Life,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Wade (in or into).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wade%20%28in%20or%20into%29. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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