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something attained by mental effort and especially by computation the solution to a math problem

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Recent Examples of solution Mahmoud Abbas, speaking virtually because the US denied his visa, advocated for a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestine conflict, a framework that has gained more traction after several Western nations formally recognized a Palestinian state. J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 25 Sep. 2025 AIs lend themselves to mega solutions needed to save the planet. Rick Tumlinson, Space.com, 25 Sep. 2025 Initially integrated with the Drix H-8, CortiX has evolved into a versatile solution adaptable to various vessels. Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 25 Sep. 2025 Floris Lugt, digital assets lead at ING and a representative of the initiative, told CNBC the stablecoin will provide efficient, programmable, peer-to-peer-based payment solutions for users globally. Hugh Leask, CNBC, 25 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for solution
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  • The answer, experts say, is more complicated than any algorithm.
    Jenna Ryu, SELF, 26 Sep. 2025
  • Others were related to the actual content of the courses, such as a school that used a curriculum that included inaccurate information about permissible blood-alcohol levels for drivers and another school that provided students with answers to final exam questions in advance.
    William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 26 Sep. 2025
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  • That's the result of Republicans and Democrats failing to reach a deal to pass a stopgap funding bill.
    Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 1 Oct. 2025
  • For best results and to keep your flannel looking great, follow the care instructions on the tag.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 30 Sep. 2025

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