Synonyms for

Tackles

Verb / ˈtækʌlz / Another word for tackles — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To grab onto and bring down a person or animal in a sports game

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

addresses handles confronts manages

Informal

goes after gets to deals with works on

Literary

grapples with wrestles with

Antonyms

avoids ignores neglects evades shuns sidesteps

Common collocations

  • tackles a problem
  • tackles a task
  • tackles a challenge
  • tackles an issue
  • tackles a project
  • tackles a disease
  • tackles a debate

Word family

noun tackle
verb tackle

Usage note

As a verb, 'tackles' means to make an attempt to deal with or overcome a problem or task. It is commonly used in sports to mean bringing down an opponent.

Example sentences

  1. The rugby player tackles the opponent and takes the ball.
  2. The football coach teaches the players how to tackle properly.
  3. The wrestler tackles his opponent and pins him down.
  4. The police officer tackles the suspect and takes him into custody.
  5. The hunter tackles the wild boar and brings it down.

Quotes

  • Football is a game of inches and tackles.
  • The harder you work, the harder it is to surrender. I don't give up, I tackle.
  • I always tell my players that the most important tackle you can make is the next one.

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