CHATTING (WITH) Synonyms: 14 Similar Words

chatting (with)

verb

present participle of chat (with)

as in speaking (to or with)

to communicate with by means of spoken words chatting with the other expectant couples before the start of Lamaze class

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addressing

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For decades, the traditional healthcare and fitness sectors have operated on a model that prescribes band-aid solutions, actively treating superficial symptoms rather than addressing the root causes of physical and mental exhaustion.

— Ginger Gentile, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
These insights may help remediation teams prioritize their response efforts, including addressing potentially inaccurate information, improving the visibility of accurate content, and supporting broader reputation-management objectives.

— William Jones, USA Today, 7 July 2026

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