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
Omar L. Gallaga, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Texas addresses the ‘club’ issue One potential solution to this that is often discussed but never enforced is to sell a club-only ticket.
—Mac Engel
february 7, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Feb. 2026
That brings us to the new memo, which addresses whether ICE agents can then arrest the person who has been stopped.
—Noah Feldman, Twin Cities, 6 Feb. 2026
Furthermore, the microchannel reactor addresses the heat dissipation problem in fuel synthesis.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 5 Feb. 2026
The award empowers filmmakers who come from politically challenging contexts or whose work addresses themes such as freedom of expression, displacement, human rights and/or underrepresented communities.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 4 Feb. 2026
Boston, meanwhile, addresses its meaningful hole at the center position with a former All-Star that fills in a stylistic gap left behind by Al Horford and Kristaps Porziņģis, and in the process, took a step towards reaching its financial goals.
—Jori Parys, CBS News, 3 Feb. 2026
That transparency addresses a long, complicated legacy in gold mining.
—Jill Newman, Robb Report, 1 Feb. 2026
Russell Hancock, who leads think tank Joint Venture Silicon Valley that addresses regional issues, acknowledged both Mahan and San Jose have a long road ahead.
—Julia Prodis Sulek, Mercury News, 1 Feb. 2026
Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 13 Feb. 2026
Behind the scenes, the company cross-references user information against public records like phones and addresses, as well as personal data such as social security numbers and the maturity of digital footprints like emails.
—Nick Penzenstadler, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
The Bureau of Rodent Control responds to 311 requests and proactively addresses rodent baiting through door-to-door abatement, face-to-face engagement with residents, and informational materials.
—Tara Molina, CBS News, 13 Feb. 2026
The vehicles were vandalized and broken into, and several things were stolen including guns, FBI identification cards and documents that included addresses, phone numbers and other personal information of some FBI employees.
—ABC News, 13 Feb. 2026
This shift addresses growing concerns over identity fraud and the ease with which bad actors find sensitive data via search engines.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 10 Feb. 2026
The delinquencies are separate from $5 million in financing that Nano Banc provided to the owner of the property, whose addresses include 3380 Blackhawk Plaza Circle, county real estate files show.
—George Avalos, Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2026
Larry Curl, vice president of the Indiana Volunteer Firefighters Association, said Senate Bill 270 addresses concerns the organization has with township governments.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 10 Feb. 2026
The report also notes that the attorney general continues to monitor a number of specific data privacy topics, including consumer health privacy data, personal data like addresses and geolocation, and privacy data for minors.
—P.r. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 6 Feb. 2026
Verb
Well, at least there’s a Super Bowl ad that addresses the frustration many may be feeling, courtesy of the company that provides pills for hair loss, weight loss and libido loss.
—Omar L. Gallaga, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Texas addresses the ‘club’ issue One potential solution to this that is often discussed but never enforced is to sell a club-only ticket.
—Mac Engel
february 7, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Feb. 2026
That brings us to the new memo, which addresses whether ICE agents can then arrest the person who has been stopped.
—Noah Feldman, Twin Cities, 6 Feb. 2026
Furthermore, the microchannel reactor addresses the heat dissipation problem in fuel synthesis.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 5 Feb. 2026
The award empowers filmmakers who come from politically challenging contexts or whose work addresses themes such as freedom of expression, displacement, human rights and/or underrepresented communities.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 4 Feb. 2026
Boston, meanwhile, addresses its meaningful hole at the center position with a former All-Star that fills in a stylistic gap left behind by Al Horford and Kristaps Porziņģis, and in the process, took a step towards reaching its financial goals.
—Jori Parys, CBS News, 3 Feb. 2026
That transparency addresses a long, complicated legacy in gold mining.
—Jill Newman, Robb Report, 1 Feb. 2026
Russell Hancock, who leads think tank Joint Venture Silicon Valley that addresses regional issues, acknowledged both Mahan and San Jose have a long road ahead.
—Julia Prodis Sulek, Mercury News, 1 Feb. 2026
Noun
Crisp Uptown Crisp, known for its signature salads and wraps, is changing addresses The Alley at Latta Arcade.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 13 Feb. 2026
Behind the scenes, the company cross-references user information against public records like phones and addresses, as well as personal data such as social security numbers and the maturity of digital footprints like emails.
—Nick Penzenstadler, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
The Bureau of Rodent Control responds to 311 requests and proactively addresses rodent baiting through door-to-door abatement, face-to-face engagement with residents, and informational materials.
—Tara Molina, CBS News, 13 Feb. 2026
The vehicles were vandalized and broken into, and several things were stolen including guns, FBI identification cards and documents that included addresses, phone numbers and other personal information of some FBI employees.
—ABC News, 13 Feb. 2026
This shift addresses growing concerns over identity fraud and the ease with which bad actors find sensitive data via search engines.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 10 Feb. 2026
The delinquencies are separate from $5 million in financing that Nano Banc provided to the owner of the property, whose addresses include 3380 Blackhawk Plaza Circle, county real estate files show.
—George Avalos, Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2026
Larry Curl, vice president of the Indiana Volunteer Firefighters Association, said Senate Bill 270 addresses concerns the organization has with township governments.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 10 Feb. 2026
The report also notes that the attorney general continues to monitor a number of specific data privacy topics, including consumer health privacy data, personal data like addresses and geolocation, and privacy data for minors.
—P.r. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 6 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for addresses
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Hongkong Land remains one of the largest landlords in Central; the developer manages about $50 billion of assets overall.—
Angelica Ang,
Fortune,
5 Feb. 2026
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This layer assigns goals, manages priorities, and optimizes overall operations.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Feb. 2026
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Jonathan Swift’s Gulliver’s Travels, the saddest novel ever written, devotes some space to the description of just such a device, the earliest example of a fictional machine capable of writing.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
21 Jan. 2026
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But the governor also devotes several pages to providing his side of the story from the 2024 search for a vice-presidential candidate, after Harris wrote a detailed account of the traditionally secretive process, which included a less-than-warm meeting with Shapiro.—
Toluse Olorunnipa,
The Atlantic,
19 Jan. 2026
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When a debt collection agency first contacts you, they're legally required to send a validation notice within five days.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
19 Dec. 2025
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Every positive test goes to a Medical Review Officer — a physician who contacts the donor to determine whether there’s a legitimate medical explanation.—
David Hudnall,
Kansas City Star,
10 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Observed on the third Monday of February each year, the special day is celebrated through patriotic parades, historical reenactments, and readings of major presidential speeches, including Washington’s Farewell Address.—
Tiago Ventura,
Time,
14 Feb. 2026
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In a season obsessed with volume and victory speeches, Lilleaas’ ascent has been defined by trust, vulnerability and the radical act of listening.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
13 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Many child behaviors that worry parents are normal and part of development.—
Melissa Willets,
Parents,
5 Feb. 2026
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Such behaviors bring an evolutionary advantage.—
Evan Bush,
NBC news,
5 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Despite its compact form factor, the Pi handles a substantial workload.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Feb. 2026
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Goodfellas handles worldwide sales excluding Japan, Taiwan, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, CIS and Syria.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
9 Feb. 2026
Verb
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But ultrarunning officials worry WADA may not be considering how point two—the ability to cause harm—applies to the unique demands of the sport.—
Dan England,
Outside,
5 Feb. 2026
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Avoiding paying the tax for this season delays when the Magic could get hit with the repeater tax, which applies to teams that have been above the league’s tax line for at least three of the previous four seasons.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 Feb. 2026
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The most iconic highway in the country reaches its centennial this year – and travelers are ready to celebrate with an epic road trip.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
15 Feb. 2026
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In one picture, a slim teen-ager reaches over tentatively, tenderly, to peel a bandage off another boy’s bare thigh, a moment both touching and wonderfully matter-of-fact.—
Vince Aletti,
New Yorker,
14 Feb. 2026
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“Addresses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/addresses. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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