as in resolving
to find an answer for through reasoning
it took me half an hour to solve the logic puzzle
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Recent Examples of solving
Kepler notes that achieving a straight-knee gait with this hybrid setup required solving both mechanical and control challenges, especially when moving from simulation to physical robots.
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Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 12 Sep. 2025
But ask yourself—are these experiments solving top-priority problems?
—Rishit Lakhani, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
The challenges have also stirred strong emotions, as advocates take two different approaches to solving what can seem like an intractable problem.
—Idaho Statesman, 11 Sep. 2025
Interested in solving the weekly riddle or getting more of our newsletters?
—Jayla Webb, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Sep. 2025
But the meeting soon became a critical venue for surfacing and solving problems and, where possible, removing barriers.
—Nelson P. Repenning, Time, 5 Sep. 2025
Each episode will offer unprecedented access into the step-by-step process of solving a murder case, from the first clue to the decisive moment that changes everything.
—Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 4 Sep. 2025
In High Potential, Olson stars as a single mother with an unconventional knack for solving crimes, alongside Sunjata, Javicia Leslie (Daphne Forrester), Deniz Akdeniz (Oz), Amirah J (Ava Gillroy), Matthew Lamb (Elliot Radovic) and Judy Reyes (Selena Soto).
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2025
Both retail and institutional interest led to holistic industry growth in 2024, driving new use cases and solving for real-world problems.
—Lawrence Wintermeyer, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 12 Sep. 2025
But ask yourself—are these experiments solving top-priority problems?
—Rishit Lakhani, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
The challenges have also stirred strong emotions, as advocates take two different approaches to solving what can seem like an intractable problem.
—Idaho Statesman, 11 Sep. 2025
Interested in solving the weekly riddle or getting more of our newsletters?
—Jayla Webb, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Sep. 2025
But the meeting soon became a critical venue for surfacing and solving problems and, where possible, removing barriers.
—Nelson P. Repenning, Time, 5 Sep. 2025
Each episode will offer unprecedented access into the step-by-step process of solving a murder case, from the first clue to the decisive moment that changes everything.
—Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 4 Sep. 2025
In High Potential, Olson stars as a single mother with an unconventional knack for solving crimes, alongside Sunjata, Javicia Leslie (Daphne Forrester), Deniz Akdeniz (Oz), Amirah J (Ava Gillroy), Matthew Lamb (Elliot Radovic) and Judy Reyes (Selena Soto).
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2025
Both retail and institutional interest led to holistic industry growth in 2024, driving new use cases and solving for real-world problems.
—Lawrence Wintermeyer, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for solving
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But the long-term benefits hinge on implementation and on resolving some potential issues.—
Dan Gingiss,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Politicians, pundits and free speech groups are emphasizing the point that a functioning democracy depends on resolving differences with words, not weapons.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
11 Sep. 2025
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Kirk was answering an audience question about mass shootings when the bullet struck his neck, causing students and visitors to flee in panic.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
13 Sep. 2025
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Kirk was in the middle of answering an audience member's question, which was about mass shootings, when a gunman shot him once in the neck, sending thousands of people running and screaming for safety.—
Kevin Breuninger,
CNBC,
12 Sep. 2025
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What was once envisioned as a vital partnership of the 21st century is fraying—and becoming another source of uncertainty in a world order that seems to be unraveling.—
Vaibhav Vats,
The Atlantic,
10 Sep. 2025
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Now that safety net is unraveling.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Solving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/solving. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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