tackle
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Bradshaw added racism and sectarianism are "two sides of the same coin" in that it is a societal issue that needs to be tackled.
From BBC
Rebeca Grynspan is upbeat about her chances of becoming the next head of the United Nations, which she insists must become more agile in tackling the world's crises.
From Barron's
A security guard tackled the fan, who dragged the World Cup winner to the floor.
From Barron's
But his reign also had highs: responding effectively to the 1987 stock market crash, encouraging President Bill Clinton to tackle the federal government’s deficit, and spotting a productivity surge in the 1990s before others.
From Barron's
It will lead to legally-binding targets on boosting biodiversity, similar to those already in place for tackling climate change.
From BBC
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