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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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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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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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In my view, adopting multiple resilient behaviors can help improve job satisfaction and a sense of organizational inclusion.Leen Kawas, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, human-centric cybersecurity emphasizes designing processes and products that align with user behaviors and needs, acknowledging that real security hinges on usability as much as technology.Seemant Sehgal, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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That’s because owners know the rent increase cap applies to each year separately.Joshua Stein, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Moreover, the qualified immunity that prosecutors have for purposes of not enabling lawsuits aimed at redressing good faith prosecutions, applies to prosecutors, not investigators—and the FBI is an investigatory agency.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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Place under the broiler and broil, turning every 30 seconds until the meat is well browned on all sides and the tenderloin’s center reaches 125 degrees for rare or 130 degrees for medium rare.Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2024
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The ship arrives overrun with rats and its crew all dead of plague; then the disease reaches the townsfolk, throwing Wisburg into chaos and despair.Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024
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The plaintiffs seek damages, restitution, and penalties, arguing that the defendants' actions resulted in fraud and unjust enrichment.Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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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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From when to take it off to how to clean your diamond or gemstone, the GIA Graduate Gemologist and 4th-generation jeweler gives the inside scoop.Shelby Wax, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
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Mike Morse Law Firm gives $20 Uber vouchers The Mike Morse Law Firm is giving away 1,000 $20 Uber vouchers for people 21 and up to use in Metro Detroit on New Years Eve.Natalie Davies, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Addresses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/addresses. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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