verb🔗ShareTo 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."The security guard tackled the thief running out of the store. "sportactionbodypolicemilitarywarChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo face or deal with, attempting to overcome or fight down."Example Sentence: "Maria tackled the challenging math problem by breaking it down into smaller steps." "actionachievementjobabilityChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo attempt to take away a ball."The soccer player tackled the opponent to get the ball. "sportgameactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo bring a ball carrier to the ground."The linebacker tackled the running back before he could reach the end zone. "sportChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo "hit on" or pursue a person that one is interested in.""Sarah tackled John after class, hoping to get his number." "actionhumanentertainmentsexcommunicationChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjective🔗ShareMade of ropes tackled together."The ship's massive, tackled rigging strained against the wind, a testament to the strength of its ropes. "materialnauticalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading