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tackled

The correct spelling is tackled.

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verb

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The correct spelling is tackled. To force a person to the ground with the weight of one's own body, usually by jumping on top or slamming one's weight into him or her. For example: "The government's measures to tackle crime were insufficient."

Usage Examples

The government's measures to tackle crime were insufficient.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To force a person to the ground with the weight of one's own body, usually by jumping on top or slamming one's weight into him or her.
  2. 2.To face or deal with, attempting to overcome or fight down.
  3. 3.To attempt to take away a ball.
  4. 4.To bring a ball carrier to the ground.
  5. 5.To "hit on" or pursue a person that one is interested in.

adjective

  1. 1.Made of ropes tackled together.

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