addresses 1 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of address
1
as in manages
to deal with (something) usually skillfully or efficiently the problem will only get worse if you don't address it now

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2
as in devotes
to occupy (oneself) diligently or with close attention please address yourself to what I'm saying and not to the television

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3
as in contacts
to transmit information or requests to you may address the manager about your problems tomorrow

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addresses

2 of 2

noun

plural of address
1
as in speeches
a usually formal discourse delivered to an audience George Washington's Farewell Address a papal address

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2
as in behaviors
the way or manner in which one conducts oneself a gentleman with all of poise and social address that one would expect of someone coming from old money

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Recent Examples of addresses
Verb
The new Yuffie side content provides additional fun, and even addresses a few minor issues from the 2020 console release. — George Yang, PC Magazine, 4 July 2026 At this size, handling is just as important as capacity; Galian addresses this with double-cable steering and a steering angle above 90 degrees for parking and tight spaces. — New Atlas, 6 July 2026 The strategy also addresses long-term customer recognition, countering the perception that new clients get better deals, similar to Marriott Bonvoy's tenure acknowledgment. — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026 Integrated treatment that addresses both conditions simultaneously is widely considered more effective than treating either one in isolation. — Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 29 June 2026 The effort also addresses an expanding operational need to better shield artillery crews from evolving battlefield threats that increasingly target platforms during movement, firing missions, and resupply activities. — Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 28 June 2026 Bill Murray addresses the audience during the opening night of Cinema Paradiso Louvre 2026 in Paris on July 1. — Brendan Le Updated, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026 In this pool photograph distributed by Russian state agency Sputnik, Russia's Vladimir Putin addresses the audience at the 23rd Congress of the United Russia party in Moscow on June 28, 2026. — Sam Meredith, CNBC, 29 June 2026 The payout addresses part of a civil fraud suit filed in January 2024 by Attorney General Rob Bonta on behalf of the California Housing and Community Development Department. — Theresa Clift, Sacbee.com, 29 June 2026
Noun
Password managers store your usernames, passwords and email addresses. — Brian Sloan, CNBC, 3 July 2026 Valentine and Suarez did not respond to letters mailed to addresses that appeared to be associated with them. — David Hilzenrath, USA Today, 2 July 2026 As per the news release, Gripen addresses advanced threats in demanding environments. — Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 5 July 2026 More than 3,800 addresses are still under mandatory evacuation in both counties. — Katie Langford, Denver Post, 4 July 2026 Doxxing usually refers to releasing sensitive personal information such as addresses and phone numbers. — Jude Joffe-Block, NPR, 26 June 2026 The system also reportedly relies on hundreds of internet addresses used to direct its activity. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026 McDaniel had purchased multiple superhero and supervillain costumes from overseas that were delivered to the two addresses, the affidavit said, citing customs records. — Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 2 July 2026 The attorney also addressed the letter to several email addresses listed on the Brownsville Energy Storage Terminals website. — Justin Elliott, ProPublica, 2 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for addresses
  1. manages
  2. devotes
  3. contacts
  4. speeches
  5. behaviors
  6. handles
  7. applies
  8. reaches
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  • These advocates are also concerned about oversight, and say the facility represents a departure from how the government manages those children.
    — JACK BROOK, ABC News, 6 July 2026
  • The Makers Market is an organization separate from Santana Row that manages the application and permits of local vendors.
    — Fatima Corona, Mercury News, 6 July 2026
Definition of manages
Verb
  • The North Dakota library, located near the national park gateway town of Medora, devotes a number of exhibits to Roosevelt’s commitment to protecting America’s vanishing wildlands and wild animals.
    — Andrew McKean, Outdoor Life, 2 July 2026
  • For example, one of my friends devotes each day of the week to a different zone in her house.
    — Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 30 June 2026
Definition of devotes
Verb
  • That designation refers to a specific location on the shore established by a discernible line, often based on debris buildup or vegetation growth, on the land side of the point at which the water contacts the shore.
    — Melissa Scanlan, The Conversation, 9 June 2026
  • Because the system contacts the other party’s phone for verification, that person must also have the same three Google apps installed.
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 2 June 2026
Definition of contacts
Noun
  • Roberts noted that race and citizenship had been fiercely debated in courts, speeches, Congress and battlefields because of Black Americans’ fight for freedom from slavery.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 July 2026
  • After Starmer spoke, several lawmakers in the House of Commons made emotional speeches about their own experiences.
    — Jill Lawless, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
Definition of speeches
Noun
  • The range of behaviors the script demanded from the character was daunting.
    — Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 6 July 2026
  • Sleep deprivation strips away that capacity, often resulting in erratic outbursts or defensive behaviors that dismantle trust instantly.
    — Julie Kratz, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
Definition of behaviors
Verb
  • Every July 4, the communications center in Rancho Cordova handles its highest call volume.
    — Andrew Graham July 3, Sacbee.com, 3 July 2026
  • Oman has said that any agreement will comply with international law, although the prospect of a financial system on a waterway that typically handles around 20% of the world's oil has sparked alarm.
    — Sam Meredith, CNBC, 3 July 2026
Definition of handles
Verb
  • West Virginia’s ban also applies at every level of competition, but only from middle school through college.
    — Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 1 July 2026
  • The same process applies for minors if all living parents agree to the name change.
    — Angela Rodriguez, Sacbee.com, 1 July 2026
Definition of applies
Verb
  • Whenever someone reaches the top of the 25-meter (82-feet) cliff — often for the first time — spectators, instructors and climbers break into applause.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 5 July 2026
  • Assuming the FieldSpork reaches production, a pledge of US$109 will get you one.
    — Ben Coxworth July 04, New Atlas, 5 July 2026
Definition of reaches

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