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Tackle

Semen_80

Russian Federation

Dear Teachers,


Would you give me please some more examples with new for me word – tackle? I would like to be sure I understand and use it in correct way.


Thank you.

04:21 AM Sep 26 2015 |

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Teacher AmySuper Member!

United States

Hi there,


It depends on the context. Tackle is a verb that means a couple different things.


In sports (especially American Football) it means to jump at someone and bring them to the ground.


Ex: “The defender tackled the man with the ball.”


Otherwise, it means to try to do something difficult.


Ex: “Do you want to try to tackle this homework assignement?” Or, “Let’s tackle the dishes.”


Hope that helps.


Best,


Amy

08:31 PM Sep 27 2015 |

Semen_80

Russian Federation

Amy, thank you very much! Now it’s clear!

08:46 PM Sep 27 2015 |