We need to address the climate change issue.
We need to address the climate change issue.
English
address
əˈdɹɛs, æˈdɹɛs, əˈdres, ˈædɹɛs
Meaning: to try to deal with a problem or question
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Verb inflections
| Form | Inflected form |
|---|---|
| Base | address |
| 3rd person singular present | addresses |
| Present participle | addressing |
| Past | addressed |
| Will future | will address |
| Going-to future | going to address |
| Imperative negative | don't address / do not address |
Example sentences
The government needs to address the issue of poverty.
The government needs to address the issue of poverty.
The government must take swift action to address the climate crisis.
The government must take swift action to address the climate crisis.
We need to address environmental issues.
We need to address environmental issues.
It is imperative that we address the climate crisis immediately.
It is imperative that we address the climate crisis immediately.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in formal contexts to mean tackling or dealing with a situation.
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