1
as in manages
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 devotes
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 contacts
to transmit information or requests to
you may address the manager about your problems tomorrow
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as in speeches
a usually formal discourse delivered to an audience
George Washington's Farewell Address a papal address
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as in behaviors
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 addresses
Jeryl Brunner, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
The study provides new avenues of research and treatment that addresses a patient's health beyond IBD.
—New Atlas, 23 Mar. 2025
Nvidia addresses this with technologies like NVLink and NVSwitch – high-speed interconnects that let GPUs within a server share data at extreme bandwidth.
—Janakiram Msv, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
As was included in the previous agreements, the deal reached over the weekend addresses a key complaint of the guards by issuing a 90-day suspension of a provision of a state law that limits the use of solitary confinement.
—Landon Mion, Fox News, 11 Mar. 2025
Stronger also addresses how physical fitness has evolved for women.
—Cara Lynn Shultz, People.com, 10 Mar. 2025
Engage with the issue that the film addresses directly.
—Ben Sales, Sun Sentinel, 10 Mar. 2025
The documentary also addresses contemporary questions about justice as Naik’s potential release after 15 years of imprisonment sparks debate on rehabilitation and accountability.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 10 Mar. 2025
Focus on natural speech patterns, like questions and conversational language, and ensure your site addresses the common topics your audience might voice-search.
—Ivan Guzenko, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
Verb
Her work addresses important contemporary topics with empathy and depth.
—Jeryl Brunner, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
The study provides new avenues of research and treatment that addresses a patient's health beyond IBD.
—New Atlas, 23 Mar. 2025
Nvidia addresses this with technologies like NVLink and NVSwitch – high-speed interconnects that let GPUs within a server share data at extreme bandwidth.
—Janakiram Msv, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
As was included in the previous agreements, the deal reached over the weekend addresses a key complaint of the guards by issuing a 90-day suspension of a provision of a state law that limits the use of solitary confinement.
—Landon Mion, Fox News, 11 Mar. 2025
Stronger also addresses how physical fitness has evolved for women.
—Cara Lynn Shultz, People.com, 10 Mar. 2025
Engage with the issue that the film addresses directly.
—Ben Sales, Sun Sentinel, 10 Mar. 2025
The documentary also addresses contemporary questions about justice as Naik’s potential release after 15 years of imprisonment sparks debate on rehabilitation and accountability.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 10 Mar. 2025
Focus on natural speech patterns, like questions and conversational language, and ensure your site addresses the common topics your audience might voice-search.
—Ivan Guzenko, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for addresses
Verb
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But How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies manages that magic trick.—
Travis Bean,
Forbes.com,
12 Apr. 2025
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Part of Historic Garden Week's uniqueness is that each club manages its individual tour, including selecting the homes and providing staffing on its tour date.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
12 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Spoonful of Comfort then contacts the recipient to find out the recipient’s food preferences.—
Hilary Tetenbaum,
USA TODAY,
17 Oct. 2024
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The Social Security Administration contacts more than 1 million people each year to recover payments sent in error and many work out repayment plans.—
Susan Tompor,
Detroit Free Press,
4 Oct. 2024
Noun
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There were a few speeches, but they were abbreviated.—
JJ Rosen,
The Tennessean,
22 Dec. 2024
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Multiple concerned parents called for the resignation of Superintendent Renee Hill during their respective speeches.—
Jackson Thompson,
Fox News,
20 Dec. 2024
Noun
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These behaviors involve making a partner feel valued and appreciated to strengthen the relationship.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
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This requires leaders to model inclusive behaviors, respond to exclusionary actions directly and invest in meaningful tools like mental health resources or mentorship opportunities.—
Farah Bala,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
Verb
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This article was generated by the Kansas City Star Bot, artificial intelligence software that analyzes structured information from TomTom and applies it to templates created by journalists in the newsroom.—
Kansas City Star Bot,
Kansas City Star,
15 Mar. 2025
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The same logic applies to the Illinois state flag.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Sinatra’s Ultimate Christmas reaches the top 10 on the Billboard 200 for the first time this week.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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And because of that unknown, the Canucks are going to listen to outside expressions of interest in case the situation reaches a point of no return.—
Chris Johnston,
The Athletic,
6 Jan. 2025
Noun
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These seemingly small actions can lead to dry grass ignition, potentially sparking a wildfire.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Mar. 2025
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The news outlet reported that Board Vice President Jon Hartman announced the board would meet again on Monday night to discuss terminating Martin’s contract and placing her on administrative leave among other actions.—
Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Midfielder Curtis Jones has deputised at right-back with Trent Alexander-Arnold (ankle) sidelined, but a fully fit Bradley gives Slot a specialist in that role.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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Williams gives Daigneault the freedom to do it.—
Fred Katz,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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“Addresses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/addresses. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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