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 premise of the network state is that technology can once and for all solve the outstanding problem of trust.
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Gideon Lewis-Kraus, The New Yorker, 21 Oct. 2024
The murder that Michelle's case solved was one of the Akron area's biggest mysteries.
—Stephanie Warsmith and Paula Schleis, USA TODAY, 19 Oct. 2024
Getty Images Just because the Federal Reserve is nearing its inflation goal doesn’t mean the problem is solved, as the high price of goods and services across the U.S. economy continues to pose a burden for individuals, businesses and policymakers.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 19 Oct. 2024
By focusing on solving real problems and investing properly, Europe can become more competitive and secure its place as a global economic leader.
—Mike Ettling, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024
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Gideon Lewis-Kraus, The New Yorker, 21 Oct. 2024
The murder that Michelle's case solved was one of the Akron area's biggest mysteries.
—Stephanie Warsmith and Paula Schleis, USA TODAY, 19 Oct. 2024
Getty Images Just because the Federal Reserve is nearing its inflation goal doesn’t mean the problem is solved, as the high price of goods and services across the U.S. economy continues to pose a burden for individuals, businesses and policymakers.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 19 Oct. 2024
By focusing on solving real problems and investing properly, Europe can become more competitive and secure its place as a global economic leader.
—Mike Ettling, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024
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