- present participle of address.
addressing
Example Sentences
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As our new study, published in Nature, shows, these fossils are crucial for addressing a longstanding puzzle about the major evolutionary leap that led to all complex life on Earth: the origin of eukaryotes.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 27, 2026
Many years later, he addressed that heartbreak in a video on social media addressing his former coaches.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 26, 2026
Those measures include "protecting and rewetting peatlands, addressing drainage and deforestation, and ensuring burned forests are protected from subsequent conversion and appropriately restored," Ronna said.
From Barron's ● Sep. 26, 2026
The Welsh government has said that "addressing the issue of contaminated land is a key priority for this government".
From BBC ● Sep. 24, 2026
“I suggest you look around,” the Director yells, waving his arm over the camp, addressing the internees.
From "Internment" by Samira Ahmed
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