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The phrase "address the underlying causes" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing the need to tackle the root issues of a problem rather than just the symptoms.
Example: "To create a sustainable solution, we must address the underlying causes of poverty in our community."
Alternatives: "tackle the root causes" or "confront the fundamental issues".
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The Chinese premier, Wen Jiabao, has pledged to address the underlining causes behind a series of attacks on schools and kindergartens that have left at least 15 children dead and many more wounded.
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The MoD said: "Events like this underline why it is important for us to develop a comprehensive approach to the migration crisis, working with our international partners to provide humanitarian assistance in Syria and neighbouring countries, to disrupt the trafficking gangs and to address the root causes of instability that cause people to seek a new life elsewhere".
We need to address the root causes.
"Events like this underline why it is important for us to develop a comprehensive approach to the migration crisis working with our international partners to provide humanitarian assistance in Syria and neighbouring countries; to disrupt the trafficking gangs and to address the root causes of instability that cause people to seek a new life elsewhere".
The tough challenge is to address the root causes.
Reform must address the root causes of poor performance.
Address the root causes.
Would it actually address the causes of contract cheating?
Address the causes of your suicidal thoughts.
Politicians caused this deteriorating state of affairs and failed to address the underlying cause.
Address the cause.
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