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to start work on energetically
once I clean the kitchen, I think I'll tackle the bathroom
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Recent Examples of tackles
The show tackles the typical college woes, along with some heavier topics.
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Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 14 May 2026
The Spanish investigation also tackles the initial impact that caused the Ursa Major to deviate off course and list, according to the source familiar with the report.
—Pau Mosquera, CNN Money, 12 May 2026
Now an author and professional speaker, Snyder is releasing his book, Meetings Kinda Suck, part of the EOS Impact Library, which tackles why most meetings waste time and how leadership teams can fix them.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 12 May 2026
Fans start to notice what's happening about five seconds into it, and then another man comes up behind the fan, grabs him and tackles him into the seats.
—Zach Dean Outkick, FOXNews.com, 7 May 2026
Nathan Lane, celebrated for Tony-winning comedic roles in ‘The Producers’ and other musicals, tackles Willy Loman in a casting choice that surprised some when the revival was announced.
—Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 6 May 2026
Plus, don’t miss out on home must-haves like a handheld vacuum that tackles small messes with ease and a plush bathroom rug that’s only $9 right now.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 6 May 2026
Famously, Hathaway was far down on the casting wish list for the role of fashion neophyte Andrea Sachs, so this timeless performance is nothing if not a testament to what happens when an eternal theater kid tackles a role with something to prove.
—Chris Feil, Vulture, 1 May 2026
Senators voted unanimously Thursday to ban themselves from participating in prediction markets as Congress tackles the ethics of the novel platforms.
—Matthew Choi, Washington Post, 30 Apr. 2026
Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 14 May 2026
The Spanish investigation also tackles the initial impact that caused the Ursa Major to deviate off course and list, according to the source familiar with the report.
—Pau Mosquera, CNN Money, 12 May 2026
Now an author and professional speaker, Snyder is releasing his book, Meetings Kinda Suck, part of the EOS Impact Library, which tackles why most meetings waste time and how leadership teams can fix them.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 12 May 2026
Fans start to notice what's happening about five seconds into it, and then another man comes up behind the fan, grabs him and tackles him into the seats.
—Zach Dean Outkick, FOXNews.com, 7 May 2026
Nathan Lane, celebrated for Tony-winning comedic roles in ‘The Producers’ and other musicals, tackles Willy Loman in a casting choice that surprised some when the revival was announced.
—Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 6 May 2026
Plus, don’t miss out on home must-haves like a handheld vacuum that tackles small messes with ease and a plush bathroom rug that’s only $9 right now.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 6 May 2026
Famously, Hathaway was far down on the casting wish list for the role of fashion neophyte Andrea Sachs, so this timeless performance is nothing if not a testament to what happens when an eternal theater kid tackles a role with something to prove.
—Chris Feil, Vulture, 1 May 2026
Senators voted unanimously Thursday to ban themselves from participating in prediction markets as Congress tackles the ethics of the novel platforms.
—Matthew Choi, Washington Post, 30 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tackles
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One route involves interpolation, recontextualization, and refocusing; the other approaches transposition.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
19 May 2026
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What remains of Genius Group is a prolific legacy that revolutionized the way the industry approaches denim design.—
Maria Cristina Pavarini,
Footwear News,
19 May 2026
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As her mother’s failing health threatens the life of her unborn child, Ofelia undertakes a quest to complete the Faun’s tasks.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
13 May 2026
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Fairlead Strategies undertakes no obligation to maintain or update this material based on subsequent information and events or to provide you with any additional or supplemental information or any update to or correction of the information contained herein.—
Katie Stockton,
CNBC,
11 May 2026
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Roberts dives into the finale, addresses some critiques that have been made of season 8, and shares which scene that was filmed in season 1 and season 8, holds a special place for Balfe, Heughan, Davis and him.—
Reshma Gopaldas,
IndieWire,
17 May 2026
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Drake addresses Kendrick Lamar feud with fiery tracks The Grammy-winning rapper also used his latest musical project to reignite his feud with fellow emcee Kendrick Lamar.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
16 May 2026
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The sophomore star attacks every corner of the strike zone, fearlessly challenging batters in spots most pitchers avoid, while processing angles and situations in real time.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 May 2026
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Your Immune System May Become Balanced Vitamin D and zinc may also tamp down hyperactive immune responses that occur in autoimmune diseases (conditions in which the body attacks itself).—
Megan Nunn,
Verywell Health,
12 May 2026
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“Tackles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tackles. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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