as in resolvable
capable of having the reason for or cause of determined
I'm sure that the mystery of what happened to the missing pizza is solvable
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Recent Examples of solvable
The emergencies in these shows are contained and often solvable.
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Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 9 May 2025
That turned a tricky afternoon into a solvable situation.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2025
Stone views this gap not as an inevitability, but as a solvable problem.
—Jordan French, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2025
Classical Competition: As classical algorithms and hardware improve, some problems previously thought to demonstrate quantum supremacy may become solvable with classical methods.
—Dorit Dor, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
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Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 9 May 2025
That turned a tricky afternoon into a solvable situation.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2025
Stone views this gap not as an inevitability, but as a solvable problem.
—Jordan French, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2025
Classical Competition: As classical algorithms and hardware improve, some problems previously thought to demonstrate quantum supremacy may become solvable with classical methods.
—Dorit Dor, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for solvable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for solvable
Adjective
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If replacing cabinetry isn’t feasible, especially for renters, start by adjusting your lighting.—
Sophie Flaxman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 June 2025
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The big picture: the Chinese government’s release made clear that the recent phone conversation between President Trump and President Xi Jinping was critical in making a deal feasible.—
Brendan Ahern,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2025
Adjective
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Some whole-berry cranberry supplements may offer modest benefits, but most lack the concentrated levels of the right active compounds—specifically 100% soluble proanthocyanidins (PACs)—needed for meaningful protection.—
Rhiannon Frater,
USA Today,
3 June 2025
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Other sources of soluble fiber include citrus, broccoli, peas, carrots, cucumbers, and celery.—
Lauren O'Connor,
Health,
3 June 2025
Adjective
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Whoever is managing the Vatican Bank is ultimately answerable to a U.S. citizen.—
Robert Goulder,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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Like every member of the General Assembly, Stewart essentially is an independent contractor answerable to the voters, not an employee who can be fired or have their pay docked by the House leadership.—
Mark Pazniokas,
Hartford Courant,
17 May 2025
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“Solvable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/solvable. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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