as in result
something attained by mental effort and especially by computation
the solution to a math problem
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Recent Examples of solution
Postecoglou has restored belief at Tottenham, but Tottenham were right not to believe in him as a long-term solution.
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Michael Cox, New York Times, 7 June 2025
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—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 7 June 2025
Many solutions to adapt, and even thrive, in a warming planet exist.
—Tom Rogers, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 June 2025
Brin has been backing startups and venture capital funds that are working on for-profit solutions and treatments, investing more than $600 million to date, including about $400 million in 2024 alone.
—Phoebe Liu, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025
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Michael Cox, New York Times, 7 June 2025
Original price: $24.99 Outfitting cabinets with smart storage solutions may be a project for a bigger kitchen remodel.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 7 June 2025
Many solutions to adapt, and even thrive, in a warming planet exist.
—Tom Rogers, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 June 2025
Brin has been backing startups and venture capital funds that are working on for-profit solutions and treatments, investing more than $600 million to date, including about $400 million in 2024 alone.
—Phoebe Liu, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for solution
Noun
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The result is more of a finer bar-and-grill — note that’s the new name — with dinners for $20-$40.—
Bud Kennedy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 June 2025
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Looking at their most recent quarterly results, things are still looking good.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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That included two — Matt G. and Gaurav A. — who only had Carolina left on their entry, meaning they were guaranteed a correct answer.—
Sean McIndoe,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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Many have turned to Moore, 46, the first black governor of Maryland following his win in 2022, as an answer to their prayers.—
Rachel Schilke,
The Washington Examiner,
30 May 2025
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“Solution.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/solution. Accessed 11 Jun. 2025.
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