as in to resolve
to find an answer for through reasoning
it took me half an hour to solve the logic puzzle
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The Velocity Re-Engineered Classic Velocity Restorations takes a different approach, one that doesn’t just solve the problems of vintage car ownership but reinterprets what luxury means in the American automotive landscape.
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Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 8 Mar. 2025
On the 51-year anniversary of the disappearance of a 15-year-old teen, Homewood police are asking for the public’s help in solving the missing person case.
—Samantha Moilanen, Chicago Tribune, 7 Mar. 2025
At the end of Paradise season 1, the mystery of who killed President Bradford is finally solved.
—Samantha Stutsman, People.com, 7 Mar. 2025
Preparing For The Future AI can and will do many amazing things, but right now, adopting this technology shouldn’t be about chasing the flashiest capabilities or solving the most complex problems.
—Hunter Steele, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2025
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Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 8 Mar. 2025
On the 51-year anniversary of the disappearance of a 15-year-old teen, Homewood police are asking for the public’s help in solving the missing person case.
—Samantha Moilanen, Chicago Tribune, 7 Mar. 2025
At the end of Paradise season 1, the mystery of who killed President Bradford is finally solved.
—Samantha Stutsman, People.com, 7 Mar. 2025
Preparing For The Future AI can and will do many amazing things, but right now, adopting this technology shouldn’t be about chasing the flashiest capabilities or solving the most complex problems.
—Hunter Steele, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2025
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Students and families will likely experience longer wait times for assistance, whether for resolving issues with their financial aid packages, understanding repayment options, or navigating changes to their loan status.—
Scott White,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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Nearly everyone who isn't vaccinated against HPV will be infected at some point, though 9 out of 10 infections resolve within two years.—
Lisa Doggett,
NPR,
12 Mar. 2025
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Fashion Nova, which did not respond to a request for comment, will have the chance to answer the complaint and rebut the accusations.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
8 Mar. 2025
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At the virtual event on Thursday, hosted by the League of Women Voters of Naperville and the Indian Prairie Parents’ Council, the five candidates answered questions about topics ranging from school safety to block scheduling in the district.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Mar. 2025
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Though the part is small, Hildy and her community are pivotal to unraveling the propaganda that has shaped this future dystopia, where people’s thoughts are heard aloud and an egomaniacal would-be dictator, played with gusto by Mads Mikkelsen, uses this vulnerability to control them.—
Sezin Koehler,
EW.com,
28 Feb. 2025
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Melanie does that beautifully, unraveling through rage.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Solve.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/solve. Accessed 15 Mar. 2025.
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