1. the action of dealing with or attempting to solve a problem
2. the action of bringing down an opponent in football or rugby
Usage: sports

1. present participle of tackle; dealing with or attempting to solve a problem or difficult task
2. present participle of tackle; bringing down an opponent in football or rugby by grabbing and forcing them to the ground
Usage: sports

Examples

• She is tackling the math problem step by step.
• The government is tackling unemployment with new policies.
• The linebacker made an excellent tackling move.
• His tackling of the issue impressed everyone.
• The team practiced tackling drills all afternoon.
• Tackling climate change requires global cooperation.
• The defender’s tackling technique needs improvement.