tackled

adjective3

1. •
   That was addressed as a problem or challenge.

   • At 8%, Income Inequality is the fourth most tackled research topic . — 2018
2. •
   Having been forced to the ground.

   • Tackled players must either pass the ball immediately or release it at once by placing it on the ground in any direction (ideally, the ball should be placed backward, but that isn't always possible). — 2011
3. •
   Made of ropes tackled together.

   • My man shall be with thee, / And bring thee cords made like a tackled stair. — 1591