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Definitions

tackling

[tak-ling] / ˈtæk lɪŋ /
NOUN
interference
Synonyms
STRONGEST
conflict intervention intrusion obstruction tampering
STRONG
arrest background barring blocking choking hindrance interposition meddlesomeness opposition prying resistance retardation
WEAK
backseat driving barging in checking clashing clogging hampering intermeddling trespassing
Antonyms
STRONG
encouragement
WEAK
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Example Sentences

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And for some countries tackling things that are much more elemental to their own population's existence have to take precedence over worrying about financial crimes in wealthier countries.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

Discussions have started with tackling rules of origin—or how much foreign content something can have to get a country’s tariff treatment.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

In expanding the program, Amazon is now tackling one of the biggest retail businesses in the U.S. and one of the last major purchases that is still difficult to make online: new cars.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

From tackling a turbulent relationship with President Donald Trump to making city buses faster and free, here's where Mamdani stands on several campaign pledges.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

But within the frail, birdlike body of Mrs. Rappaport was the spirit of a dragon capable of tackling the heavens and earth.

From "In the Year of the Boar and Jackie Robinson" by Bette Bao Lord