Tackling
Pronunciation: /ˈtækəl/
Tackling (verb)
- try to solve a difficult problem or situation.
- stop an opponent in a game by grabbing or blocking them.
Examples
- We need to tackle the issue before it gets worse.
- She tackled the challenge with determination.
Common collocations: tackle a problem, tackle a challenge, tackle an opponent, tackle swiftly, fishing tackle
Tackling (noun)
- equipment used for fishing or playing sports.
- an action in sports where a player stops an opponent.
Examples
- He packed his tackle for the fishing trip.
- Fishing tackle can be quite expensive.