Answer: addressing

AnswerCrossword Clue
ADDRESSINGSpeaking to
addressingThink about and begin to deal with (an issue or problem)
addressingName someone in a specified way when talking or writing
addressingSay or write remarks or a protest to (someone)
addressingTake up one's stance and prepare to hit (the ball)
addressingWrite the name and address of the intended recipient on (an envelope, letter, or package)
addressingSpeak to (a person or an assembly), typically in a formal way
addressingthe act of apeaking to