address
noun
a speech or written statement, usually formal, directed to a particular group of persons.
addressing
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present participleof address.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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October becomes a test of pain tolerance before addressing ailments in the offseason.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 10, 2026
There are examples of companies ultimately gaining FDA clearance after addressing concerns.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 9, 2026
Traders also see tension between the Treasury buyback plan and Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh's goal of addressing persistent inflation.
From Barron's ● Sep. 9, 2026
"We are hopeful that the government will be addressing this in its latest interactions with social media intermediaries and direct them accordingly," she added.
From BBC ● Sep. 8, 2026
“It’s all right, dear boy!” said Provis coming forward, with his little clasped black book, and then addressing himself to Herbert.
From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens
