1
as in to handle
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 to devote
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 to contact
to transmit information or requests to
you may address the manager about your problems tomorrow
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1
as in speech
a usually formal discourse delivered to an audience
George Washington's Farewell Address a papal address
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as in behavior
the way or manner in which one conducts oneself
a gentleman with all of poise and social address that one would expect of someone coming from old money
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Recent Examples of address
Tim Carman The Washington Post, arkansasonline.com, 27 Feb. 2025
The fund will focus on producing international movies and TV series with a strong European emphasis, addressing a market gap in securing new investments for the development and production phases of audiovisual projects.
—Jamie Lang, Variety, 27 Feb. 2025
Lauren Michele Jackson, The New Yorker, 27 Feb. 2025
The state sent about 50 debit cards loaded with unemployment benefits to addresses controlled by Campbell and Pasley, Acting U.S. Attorney Michelle Beckwith said in a news release.
—Sharon Bernstein, Sacramento Bee, 27 Feb. 2025
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Verb
The announcement comes just a few days after President Donald Trump addressed a gathering of the nation's governors at the White House.
—Tim Carman The Washington Post, arkansasonline.com, 27 Feb. 2025
The fund will focus on producing international movies and TV series with a strong European emphasis, addressing a market gap in securing new investments for the development and production phases of audiovisual projects.
—Jamie Lang, Variety, 27 Feb. 2025
Noun
Even before 9/11 was said to have killed it, irony was no longer confrontational in its address.
—Lauren Michele Jackson, The New Yorker, 27 Feb. 2025
The state sent about 50 debit cards loaded with unemployment benefits to addresses controlled by Campbell and Pasley, Acting U.S. Attorney Michelle Beckwith said in a news release.
—Sharon Bernstein, Sacramento Bee, 27 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for address
Verb
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For tasks that require a human touch, hire virtual assistants to handle them efficiently, freeing up your time to focus on growth and strategy.—
Melissa Houston,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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Kids who communicate well, handle emotions effectively and build healthy relationships aren’t just naturally skilled at social interactions.—
Kelsey Mora, Contributor,
CNBC,
23 Feb. 2025
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California needs to devote more money to rooftop solar, not less.—
Sammy Roth,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Feb. 2025
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Two features at True/False devote attention to human experience rarely documented in film: Deaf President Now!, directed by Nyle DiMarco and Oscar winner Davis Guggenheim, and The Silence of My Hands, directed by Manuel Acuña.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
26 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Newsweek has contacted the White House via email for comment.—
Mark Joseph,
Newsweek,
23 Feb. 2025
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Anyone with information about Aurora Phelps is encouraged to contact the FBI and to visit this website.—
Rebekah Riess,
CNN,
23 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The system processes natural speech and fields menu customizations.—
Aytekin Tank,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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In a floor speech later that day, Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-N.H., the ranking member on the Foreign Relations committee, said Ukraine still has bipartisan support.—
Francesca Chambers,
USA TODAY,
25 Feb. 2025
Noun
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From rising costs and regulatory hurdles to shifts in investment behavior, the art market is at an inflection point.—
Matthew F. Erskine,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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Additionally, anxiety or illness could cause a cat to hide under blankets, though these behaviors are usually harmless and rooted in their instincts or preferences.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
3 Mar. 2025
Verb
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And as a part-time Air National Guard officer, General Caine was a co-founder of RISE Air, a regional airline, and managed other private businesses, according to his LinkedIn page and interviews with friends and former colleagues.—
Eric Schmitt,
New York Times,
23 Feb. 2025
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The park service maintains and manages more than 400 natural, cultural, and recreational sites, along with about 26,000 historic structures.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA TODAY,
23 Feb. 2025
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Well, apparently the Kentucky distillery is continuing its altruistic streak, because starting today nonprofit organizations can apply to the 100 Bourbon Sets for 100 Charities initiative to receive some of its most valuable bottles to auction off to raise money for a series of good causes.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
3 Mar. 2025
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The bounce on the ends of her hair was also courtesy of the tool’s concentrator, and Coco applied Shark’s FlexFusion Straightener Attachment as the last step to lock in all that newfound volume and silk-like shine.—
Stacia Datskovska,
WWD,
3 Mar. 2025
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Pittsburgh plays Fordham and New York University competes against Georgetown. 1957 — Johnny Longden becomes the first jockey in history to reach 5,000 victories.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Feb. 2025
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Attempts to reach representatives for both were not immediately successful Friday.—
Cheyenne Roundtree,
Rolling Stone,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Address.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/address. Accessed 9 Mar. 2025.
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