tack

Example Sentences

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Britain initially refused access to US warplanes but later changed tack, saying bases could be used for "defensive operations."

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

In addition to the statutory state gas tax, most states charge additional fees, and many states allow municipalities to tack on their own taxes.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

In fact, the major central banks were all taking a more conservative tack as they faced questions about how much and how long the war with Iran would boost oil prices.

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

Though situations and characters may be too odd to be true, the tack Anthony takes is that they are too odd not to be — “not something you can just make up.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026

I want to get up and write it down and tack it to the wall.

From "All The Bright Places" by Jennifer Niven