tackle

/ˈtækəl/

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Also a noun

Meaning

  1. To make a determined effort to deal with a difficult problem or task.

    • The committee agreed to tackle the housing crisis before addressing other budget concerns.

  2. To physically intercept and force an opponent to the ground in a contact sport.

    • The linebacker managed to tackle the running back just inches before the goal line.

How it's used

This means “deal with”

  • tackle the issue

“tackle it.”

The mayor promised to tackle the issue immediately.

Collocations

  • tackle a problem
  • tackle an issue
  • tackle a challenge
  • tackle the crisis

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