solving (for)

present participle of solve (for)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for solving (for)
figuring out
Verb
  • But because scientists are still figuring out how most octopuses use those arms in the wild.
    Berly McCoy, NPR, 19 Sep. 2025
  • From basic enemy encounters and big boss fights to simply navigating its world and figuring out where to go next, it’s almost abrasively dedicated to testing the player’s patience.
    Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 19 Sep. 2025
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“Solving (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/solving%20%28for%29. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.

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