tackling

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"This research represents an important step toward the development of advanced materials capable of tackling one of the world's most persistent environmental contaminants," he concludes.

From Science Daily • Apr. 8, 2026

In recent months, Bass has revamped her messaging, saying she’s been tackling problems that have “been around for multiple decades,” such as homelessness, sluggish police hiring and trash-strewn streets.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

Morgan, who unveils details of her party's offer to voters on Monday, said she was focussed on tackling the cost of living crisis and "putting money back in people's pockets".

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

The town had been tackling the shortage, too.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

Twig yelped, practically tackling me into a hug.

From "The Science of Breakable Things" by Tae Keller