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tackle

/ˈtækəl/
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Tackle means to deal with or attempt to solve a problem or challenge. It can also mean to catch or seize something, often with physical effort.

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Brainstorm tackle

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"tackle" as noun

1 - A device for grasping an object and an attached means of moving it, as a rope and hook.

2 - A block and tackle.

3 - Equipment (rod, reel, line, lure, etc.) used when angling.

"tackle" as verb

1 - To force a person to the ground with the weight of one's own body, usually by jumping on top or slamming one's weight into him or her.

2 - To face or deal with, attempting to overcome or fight down.

3 - To attempt to take away a ball.

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Synonyms
1 - confront
2 - deal with
3 - engage
4 - handle
5 - manage
6 - overcome
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Antonyms
1 - evade
2 - surrender
3 - retreat
4 - shirk
5 - dodge
6 - elude
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Examples in Context

1 - She reminded herself to remain calm and tackle the task at hand.

1 - Se recordó a sí misma mantener la calma y abordar el asunto inmediato.

2 - His shifting perspective helps him tackle problems from different angles.

2 - Su perspectiva cambiante le ayuda a abordar los problemas desde diferentes ángulos.

3 - I always try to push through my fears and tackle new challenges head-on.

3 - Siempre trato de superar mis miedos y enfrentar nuevos desafíos de frente.

4 - Increasing the share capital can help a company tackle unexpected financial challenges.

4 - Aumentar el capital social puede ayudar a una empresa a enfrentar desafíos financieros inesperados.

5 - Local governments support social enterprises that tackle pressing community challenges.

5 - Los gobiernos locales apoyan a las empresas sociales que abordan desafíos comunitarios urgentes.

6 - She decided to go big with her thesis and tackle three complex topics.

6 - Ella decidió ir a lo grande con su tesis y abordar tres temas complejos.

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Tackling Champions League GIF by FC Bayern Munich

Tackling Champions League GIF by FC Bayern Munich

That Hurts Rugby League GIF by NZWarriors

That Hurts Rugby League GIF by NZWarriors

Big Hit Tackle GIF by St.Helens R.F.C

Big Hit Tackle GIF by St.Helens R.F.C

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knock down season 1 GIF by Blunt Talk

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Big Hit Rugby GIF

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mad aubrey plaza GIF by NETFLIX
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