1
as in handled
to deal with (something) usually skillfully or efficiently
the problem will only get worse if you don't address it now
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2
as in devoted
to occupy (oneself) diligently or with close attention
please address yourself to what I'm saying and not to the television
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3
as in contacted
to transmit information or requests to
you may address the manager about your problems tomorrow
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Recent Examples of addressed
That’s a lot of risk factors for one system, most that cannot be addressed in a simple way.
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Jennifer Castenson, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Following the match, Giulia addressed her defeat.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 21 Mar. 2025
Neither of the judge’s rulings addressed the First Amendment issue but focused instead on standing.
—Dara Kam, Sun Sentinel, 21 Mar. 2025
There are some research and environmental gaps that are being addressed through research and development efforts by many AI Alliance members.
—Paul Smith-Goodson, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
During a Zoom press conference on Monday, March 17, Turner addressed his lack of playing time with Crystal Palace.
—Michael Lewis, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Speaking to Entertainment Weekly last year about his first new album in a decade, Cool J addressed the new era of rappers not unlike himself, such as Ice Cube and Will Smith, foraying onto the screen.
—Jessica Wang, EW.com, 21 Mar. 2025
Thorne also addressed the ongoing crisis in UK TV drama funding, backing calls for a streamer levy and government help to kickstart the industry.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 21 Mar. 2025
This isn't the first time Bader addressed negative comments on her videos.
—Skyler Caruso, People.com, 21 Mar. 2025
Jennifer Castenson, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Following the match, Giulia addressed her defeat.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 21 Mar. 2025
Neither of the judge’s rulings addressed the First Amendment issue but focused instead on standing.
—Dara Kam, Sun Sentinel, 21 Mar. 2025
There are some research and environmental gaps that are being addressed through research and development efforts by many AI Alliance members.
—Paul Smith-Goodson, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
During a Zoom press conference on Monday, March 17, Turner addressed his lack of playing time with Crystal Palace.
—Michael Lewis, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Speaking to Entertainment Weekly last year about his first new album in a decade, Cool J addressed the new era of rappers not unlike himself, such as Ice Cube and Will Smith, foraying onto the screen.
—Jessica Wang, EW.com, 21 Mar. 2025
Thorne also addressed the ongoing crisis in UK TV drama funding, backing calls for a streamer levy and government help to kickstart the industry.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 21 Mar. 2025
This isn't the first time Bader addressed negative comments on her videos.
—Skyler Caruso, People.com, 21 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for addressed
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Brown devoted Wednesdays to mobility and conditioning after years of just incorporating it into his daily workouts.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2025
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The special section of Art Bulletin—which, as the discipline’s flagship journal, constitutes a semiofficial statement about AI’s importance in the field—devoted the majority of its space to critical commentary about the application of computer vision to works of art.—
Sonja Drimmer,
Artforum,
1 Apr. 2025
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Newsweek has contacted the Yellowstone National Park's press office for comment via email outside normal business hours.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
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Newsweek has contacted the real estate agents handling the sale for comment by email.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
Verb
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One Mil managed to fly away before explosives-laden drones streaked in to finish off the two that didn’t escape.—
David Axe,
Forbes,
25 Mar. 2025
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Argentina won the World Cup in 2022, something Brazil have not managed in over two decades and don’t look like doing any time soon.—
Jack Lang,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Over a one-week period, a concrete solution was applied to fill the hole until the leak stopped.—
Michael Peregrine,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
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But a prevailing question is whether the administration has raced to act, made mistakes and later applied new narratives and legal justifications to specific deportation cases challenged in the news and in the courts.—
Alexis Simendinger,
The Hill,
14 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Poland has now reached the final twice, losing on both occasions.—
James Hansen,
The Athletic,
5 Jan. 2025
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The movie also reached $100M in international box office gross faster than its predecessors.—
Nancy Tartaglione,
Deadline,
5 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Jon was so accommodating and treated me with respect.—
Archway Homes,
Kansas City Star,
5 Jan. 2025
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He was taken back to the road and treated by EMS.—
Mitchell Willetts,
Kansas City Star,
5 Jan. 2025
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By staying informed and adaptable, banks can responsibly explore stablecoin applications, positioning themselves for longer-term relevance and success in an increasingly digital financial world.—
Zennon Kapron,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Our customers seek to be informed, guided and cared for.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
14 Apr. 2025
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In Season 4 of the Max comedy, Deborah Vance and Ava Daniels have manipulated their way into their respective dream jobs as host and head writer of a late-night talk show on network TV.—
Nina Metz,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Apr. 2025
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This country is being manipulated by two people — and those too afraid to have the courage to oppose them.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Addressed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/addressed. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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