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"address the underlying" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when you want to suggest that somebody or something should address a deeper or more fundamental issue. For example, "We can only truly solve this problem if we address the underlying causes."
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We must keep the coalition together as we address the underlying causes of terrorism.
Politicians caused this deteriorating state of affairs and failed to address the underlying cause.
It does not address the underlying cause - we have a shortage of doctors".
Address the underlying reasons for failure.
Here's a third alternative: address the underlying causes of illness.
"Both sides must take steps to end this violence and address the underlying causes of it.
We are pressing member states to address the underlying drivers of radicalization.
They have been busy addressing symptoms of the sickness, without daring to address the underlying cause.
A successful reduction in family homelessness requires that we address the underlying causes.
Address the underlying cognitive behavior that is causing the imbalance.
Address the underlying problem anxiety is very often caused by stress.
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak
CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com