as in solves
to find an answer for through reasoning
I was able to puzzle out the riddle in a fairly short time
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Tune in for short episodes every Wednesday and Saturday as Grumpy answers reader questions, solves seasonal conundrums, and provides need-to-know advice for gardeners with his very Grumpy sense of humor.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
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New metal alloy solves previous issues Metallic high-heat-resistant materials are essential for aircraft engines, gas turbines, and X-ray units.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Oct. 2025
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The truth of what happened to the kids unravels through the perspectives of multiple characters, portrayed by Madigan, Josh Brolin, Austin Abrams, Cary Cristopher and Benedict Wong.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
15 Oct. 2025
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Based on Andrea Mara’s novel of the same name, the story follows a mother whose life unravels when her young son disappears.—
Giana Levy,
Variety,
10 Oct. 2025
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How Notre Dame answers it — plus the three other questions below — will go a long way toward setting the course for the rest of this season.—
Pete Sampson,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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Lecornu answers MPs at the end of a debate following his general policy address before the National Assembly in Paris on Tuesday.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
16 Oct. 2025
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Unless Congress resolves the stalemate quickly, millions of mothers and young children may soon be without access to vital food assistance.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
6 Oct. 2025
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Crusting typically resolves within two weeks.—
Maria Williams,
USA Today,
6 Oct. 2025
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“Puzzles (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/puzzles%20%28out%29. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.
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