problem-solving
noun
: the process or act of finding a solution to a problem
Let's do some problem-solving and see if we can't figure out what to do.
problem-solving skills
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Crafted from soft, washable fabric and featuring removable wheels, this sturdy toy is a wonderful way to help your little one get started on their problem-solving adventures.
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Hildara Araya, Parents, 20 Dec. 2025
Agentic AIs, like Agentforce, help clients automate problem-solving functions that previously could only be done by humans and lower head count.
—Natasha Abellard, CNBC, 15 Dec. 2025
Memory, focus, reaction time, and problem-solving skills all reveal how sharp—or sluggish—your brain may be.
—Verywell Health, 10 Dec. 2025
Every role has a core purpose – whether in strategy, creativity, or technical problem-solving – and AI helps people focus on that.
—Justin Hotard, Fortune, 7 Dec. 2025
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Hildara Araya, Parents, 20 Dec. 2025
Agentic AIs, like Agentforce, help clients automate problem-solving functions that previously could only be done by humans and lower head count.
—Natasha Abellard, CNBC, 15 Dec. 2025
Memory, focus, reaction time, and problem-solving skills all reveal how sharp—or sluggish—your brain may be.
—Verywell Health, 10 Dec. 2025
Every role has a core purpose – whether in strategy, creativity, or technical problem-solving – and AI helps people focus on that.
—Justin Hotard, Fortune, 7 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for problem-solving
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“Problem-solving.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/problem-solving. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.
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