Heavily occupied, or busily involved in an important activity
Present participle for to energetically devote, or begin devoting, effort to something
“A network of experts is being set up across the country to tackle this serious issue.”
Present participle for to grab someone or something aggressively
“He was able to tackle the intruder before asking his wife to call the police.”
Present participle for to bring someone to the ground by grabbing them aggressively
“He managed to tackle the large man to the floor, holding him so that they lay for a moment in the spoons position.”
Present participle for to brawl with someone, especially by grabbing them aggressively
“After trying to tackle each other, they fell to the ground and couldn't stop laughing.”
Present participle for to initiate a discussion with (someone) about a disputed or sensitive issue
“A journalist would then tackle the congresswoman about the alleged misappropriation of funds.”
Present participle for to take the first step into something
Present participle for to begin doing something
Present participle for to face, resist or oppose with boldness or courage
Present participle for to make an effort at doing something
(a particular topic or subject) Present participle for to provide insight into
Present participle for to confront or come up against
Present participle for to put an end to
Present participle for to take action because of a given event
Present participle for to act on, or put into action, a request
Buckling down and doing
Present participle for to conduct or devote oneself to
Present participle for to do one's part
(engage in) Present participle for to participate or become involved in
Present participle for to attack or confront someone or a group that is en route to a destination
Present participle for to spring upon suddenly to attack or capture
The action of taking responsibility
An legal or formal agreeing to the action, proposals, or terms of another
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