The phrase "address the failings" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing the need to confront or deal with shortcomings or problems in a particular context.
Example: "In the meeting, we need to address the failings in our current strategy to improve our overall performance."
Alternatives: "tackle the shortcomings" or "confront the deficiencies."
It's no wonder that the retail mammoth is going to address the failings amid public disdain.
If the plan does not address the failings we will begin enforcement action.
"This review shows the Government is acting swiftly and decisively to address the failings of Libor and put right what went wrong.
The regulator has ordered NR to address the failings and produce an urgent plan on how it can deliver the west coast upgrade on time.
"We know that Gala Coral have reflected heavily on this case and have assured us of actions they have taken to address the failings.
"We believe that the government's proposals will, with some modifications, provide an opportunity to address the failings of the legislation exposed by the iiNet judgment.
"We are taking action to address the failing of the past," he added.
Brown said on Friday that a conference planned for 28 January to address the issue of Afghanistan would now also address the "failing state" of Yemen.
The report has reignited debate about the state pension, and addressed the failings of the private sector, where falling stock markets, mis-selling, the near-collapse of Equitable Life and cuts in employers' pensions have made small savers cynical about the merits of pension saving.
The usual lackluster Catholic does this every few years at Easter, but it's the point of the process that counts: Jesus urged people to consider their own thoughts, not just their actions, and to address these before addressing the failings of others.
Are we taking steps to address what the failings and weaknesses were prior to Sept. 11? Absolutely.
