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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Preschool shows like Peppa Pig can help kids learn kindness, sharing, and problem-solving through relatable stories.
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Hannah Silverman, Parents, 16 Mar. 2026
In our Honors Graphic Art class, Eli demonstrates a rare combination of imagination, discipline, and problem-solving ability.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
The creature that turns up midway to pool problem-solving resources with Gosling’s Ryland Grace reminded me of a more benign version of Galaxy Quest’s Rock Monster.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 10 Mar. 2026
And those who rarely used a procedural algorithm were significantly more likely to succeed on problem-solving questions.
—Emma R. Hasson, Scientific American, 9 Mar. 2026
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Hannah Silverman, Parents, 16 Mar. 2026
In our Honors Graphic Art class, Eli demonstrates a rare combination of imagination, discipline, and problem-solving ability.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
The creature that turns up midway to pool problem-solving resources with Gosling’s Ryland Grace reminded me of a more benign version of Galaxy Quest’s Rock Monster.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 10 Mar. 2026
And those who rarely used a procedural algorithm were significantly more likely to succeed on problem-solving questions.
—Emma R. Hasson, Scientific American, 9 Mar. 2026
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 22 Mar. 2026.
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