tackling

verb

Definition of tacklingnext
present participle of tackle
as in approaching
to start work on energetically once I clean the kitchen, I think I'll tackle the bathroom

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Recent Examples of tackling That is the problem Quanta Computer and Quantinuum are now tackling. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 16 Aug. 2026 To combat this, Fabuloso Cleaning Expert Rosa Picosa likes to make tackling grease a regular part of her routine, utilizing a zone cleaning method and focusing on the kitchen as its own zone. — Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 14 Aug. 2026 Many new parents struggle to put their child to bed, tackling everything from endless cycles of wake-ups to challenging nap times. — Heather Gowen Walsh, Parents, 13 Aug. 2026 Instead of tackling these problems with millions in available funds, the City halted repairs, wasting money and time to explore a move. — Matthew Ablon, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026 Kevin Warsh has been saying the right things about tackling inflation. — Editorial Board, Washington Post, 12 Aug. 2026 Biden focused on arming Ukraine to defend itself against Russia, rejoining the Iran nuclear deal and tackling climate change through the Paris Agreement. — Francesca Chambers, USA Today, 10 Aug. 2026 The preseason could play a major factor in deciding the running back competition, since tackling to the ground is rare in training camp drills. — Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 10 Aug. 2026 This was a non-tackling 11-on-11, but the players collided hard at the shoulder pad level. — Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 8 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tackling
  1. approaching
  2. addressing
  3. undertaking
  4. attacking
Verb
  • The pilots would not have been able to even see that airplane approaching them.
    — Faris Tanyos, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026
  • In his view, many teens are approaching these chatbots for emotional support, but problems arise because these products were not intended for that purpose.
    — Alex Hartman, STAT, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of approaching
Verb
  • This is the first in a five-piece-series addressing how to test and train your balance at home.
    — Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Meeting their needs requires addressing stagnant Medicaid rates for behavioral health and ensuring health insurance covers behavioral needs, advocates said.
    — Livi Stanford, Hartford Courant, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of addressing
Verb
  • With the addition of more space, the school this year is undertaking a new dual-language program for more than 300 multilingual students, according to Kenyon Woods’ new Principal Jennifer Reyes, who previously helmed Abbott Middle School in Elgin.
    — Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026
  • However, CheckSammy is best for households renovating or undertaking major decluttering.
    — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 July 2026
Definition of undertaking
Verb
  • So too are there similarities to the Brentford side that came up under Thomas Frank, given their set-piece credentials and attacking variety.
    — Liam Tharme, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Fishback has been aggressively attacking Donalds over his politics and his race while holding rallies across the state drawing crowds of young men motivated by his hard-right campaign promises.
    — Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of attacking

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“Tackling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tackling. Accessed 22 Aug. 2026.

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