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
Samuel Charap, Foreign Affairs, 24 Dec. 2024
This approach addresses key issues, making all-solid-state LMBs more viable for high-performance applications.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 23 Dec. 2024
According to the company, its innovative approach directly addresses two key consumer concerns—charging time and safety—both of which are crucial factors in the widespread adoption of electric vehicles.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 22 Dec. 2024
Fabric addresses key data and AI challenges businesses often face.
—Robert Kramer, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
In this special, Foxx addresses these swirling rumors—wild speculations that he had been cloned or even died—with a candidness that feels both refreshing and necessary.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 12 Dec. 2024
This approach not only addresses sustainability concerns but also enhances competitiveness in a market increasingly shaped by Chinese dominance.
—Robert Rapier, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
While Foxx addresses his stroke and the gravity of his medical condition, some details remain opaque.
—Krystie Lee Yandoli, Rolling Stone, 11 Dec. 2024
Start with audience research, identify value intersections and ensure your campaign addresses their needs.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Verb
The administration will need to both formulate a comprehensive endgame for the war that addresses these core issues and craft a diplomatic strategy for getting there.
—Samuel Charap, Foreign Affairs, 24 Dec. 2024
This approach addresses key issues, making all-solid-state LMBs more viable for high-performance applications.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 23 Dec. 2024
According to the company, its innovative approach directly addresses two key consumer concerns—charging time and safety—both of which are crucial factors in the widespread adoption of electric vehicles.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 22 Dec. 2024
Fabric addresses key data and AI challenges businesses often face.
—Robert Kramer, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
In this special, Foxx addresses these swirling rumors—wild speculations that he had been cloned or even died—with a candidness that feels both refreshing and necessary.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 12 Dec. 2024
This approach not only addresses sustainability concerns but also enhances competitiveness in a market increasingly shaped by Chinese dominance.
—Robert Rapier, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
While Foxx addresses his stroke and the gravity of his medical condition, some details remain opaque.
—Krystie Lee Yandoli, Rolling Stone, 11 Dec. 2024
Start with audience research, identify value intersections and ensure your campaign addresses their needs.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for addresses
Verb
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The trick is that those outfits will be repurposed for next year’s pantomime season for one of the other pantos Harrison manages.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
7 Dec. 2024
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Ruth manages to solve that only for Remy and Mike to start fist fighting among the barrels and against the tanker, and then Gary (Meegwun Fairbrother) shows up just as Ruth gets a critical call about her husband’s medical condition.—
Proma Khosla,
IndieWire,
7 Dec. 2024
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 factors contribute to better targeting and tracking because customer behaviors and preferences can vary significantly between countries.—
Waleed Najam,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
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Some stridently believe that generative AI can mathematically and computationally land on emergent behaviors that were not part of what AI developers intended.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
Verb
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This reduction applies even if these individuals contributed to Social Security through other employment and qualify for benefits.—
Tom Rogers,
Newsweek,
26 Dec. 2024
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That only applies to iOS, though.—
Chris Welch,
The Verge,
26 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The rocker’s debut full-length set reaches 350 weeks on the Billboard 200 this frame.—
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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At the same time, record global temperatures and California’s aggressive regulatory actions served as stark reminders of the urgency of balancing energy growth with sustainability.—
Robert Rapier,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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While the Supreme Court ruled in a very broad decision last term that the President has absolute immunity for official actions, that ruling does not apply to his subordinates throughout the executive branch.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Sunday gives these coaches one final chance to coax their teams toward strong performances.—
Mike Jones,
The Athletic,
5 Jan. 2025
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Chappell then gives the tiny girl quick chest compressions.—
Hilary Shenfeld,
People.com,
5 Jan. 2025
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“Addresses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/addresses. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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