Wordcyclopedia | English | tackle a problem

tackle Verb

— If you tackle a problem, issue, question, etc., you try to solve it. We want an executive who solves problems and tackles issues. — If you tackle a person, you jump on them and pull them to the ground, usually in sports such as American football. — If you tackle a person in soccer, you take the ball from them.

tackle Noun

— A tackle is an attempt to pull somebody to the ground, usually in sports such as American football. Gaines Adams put constant pressure on the Atlanta quarterback and finished the game with six tackles and two sacks. Briggs leads the team with 31 solo tackles. — A tackle is an attempt to take the ball from somebody in sports such as soccer. — A tackle is a position in American football (see diagram below). Georgia defensive tackle Kade Weston has been out the past two games with an injured knee. He was by far the best left tackle to have played the game in the 24 years. — Fishing tackle is the equipment used to catch fish. He gathered his camp supplies including fishing tackle. He pulled out shotguns and rifles in padded cases, fishing rods, and a tackle box. — A block and tackle is a system of ropes and pulleys used to lift heavy weights.

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a Determinative

— A is used when the following word could be any of a certain type. Compare "A book I saw on the shelf" and "The book I gave you yesterday".

a Noun

— A is the first letter of the alphabet. The letter "a" comes before "b". — In some schools, an A is a very high grade. Ron got an A on his earth science test.

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problem Noun

— A problem is something that is difficult to do, understand, or believe. If you have a problems with the computer, I can probably help. You should see your doctor if you think you have a health problem. This book tells you how to deal with drinking problems. If you are regularly late, it can cause problems. Today, we are concerned with some serious problems with the product. I solved the problem by replacing a broken part. It's a good idea to discuss your problems with a friend. Problems like these arise from a lack of care. We've identified a number of problem areas that need to be looked at. — A problem is a question on a test. Most students got the right answer for the first problem. — You say "no problem" to agree to do something. "Could you open the door for me?" "Sure, no problem!" — You say "no problem" after somebody thanks you or apologises to you. "Thank you so much for all your help." "No problem! Any time!"

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