as in speaking (to or with)
to communicate with by means of spoken words
in a press conference, the president is not just addressing reporters—he's conversing with the public
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New opportunities in recycling and other circular solutions are expanding the toolkit for addressing critical minerals supply challenges.—
Jared Cohen,
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The event is Canada’s largest TV gathering, with today’s keynotes including CRTC’s Vicky Eatrides addressing plans to reform the country’s television tax break system and Netflix’s Jinny Howe delivering a keynote.—
Jesse Whittock,
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15 June 2026
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“Conversing (with).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conversing%20%28with%29. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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