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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Kyle Roderick, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
People also often jump prematurely into problem-solving mode.
—Angela Haupt, Time, 28 May 2026
This helps reinforce the idea that there is more than one way to approach their math work, which further promotes essential problem-solving skills.
—Alex Vance, Parents, 23 May 2026
The event will combine both physical and mental drills designed to test overall fitness, endurance, and problem-solving abilities under pressure.
—Rena Rowe, The Washington Examiner, 22 May 2026
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“Problem-solving.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/problem-solving. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.
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