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tackle

[tak-uhl, tey-kuhl] / ˈtæk əl, ˈteɪ kəl /






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"We understand the concerns people have about their communities and will always balance the right to freedom of expression with the need to tackle crime without fear or favour."

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The charity urged a cap on CEO pay and dividend payments to tackle the injustice.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

The authority said its plan aimed to "support wildlife, tackle climate change and improve people's quality of life".

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

But for electrification to drive down heat-trapping emissions and tackle climate change, the extra electricity must come primarily from renewable sources -- rather than fossil fuels.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Hazel almost had to tackle him to restrain him.

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan




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