To deal with or discuss a problem or issue directly.
“I think we need to address this misunderstanding before the trip.”
“Let's address the scheduling conflict now so it doesn't happen again.”
Use 'address' in Task 6 to show that you're tackling the difficult situation head-on rather than avoiding it, such as 'I want to address this issue before it gets worse.' This word helps frame your response as proactive, which fits the task's focus on handling problems directly.
Synonyms: deal with, tackle, handle