as in solving
to find an answer for through reasoning
I was able to puzzle out the riddle in a fairly short time
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Observant residents such as yourselves will ultimately play a major role in solving this case.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
18 Mar. 2026 -
Readers will be intrigued by the connections Anya makes in solving the puzzle, drawing on her knowledge of manuscripts, medieval history, and art history.—
The Know,
Denver Post,
15 Mar. 2026
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Well, scientists are only now unraveling the true health benefits of the the tiny kiwi – with many properties more impressive than its larger cousins.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
22 Mar. 2026
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The netting appeared to be unraveling at her sleeves and hemline, giving the gown a slightly more undone aesthetic.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
16 Mar. 2026
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The longest games were the loudest, especially when the crowd tried to will Badosa back into it, but Jovic kept answering.—
Noah Gulley,
Miami Herald,
21 Mar. 2026
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Floria juggles endless tasks, administering medication, updating charts, soothing patients, answering phones, and managing complaints.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
20 Mar. 2026
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Co-owner Carolyn Nugent said her team is still figuring out where things go and how their work flows, but overall the upgrade has been just that.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
Denver Post,
19 Mar. 2026
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In addition to figuring out how to announce George’s birth, the press office was fielding hundreds of calls from journalists around the globe looking for information.—
Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
12 Mar. 2026
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Gas prices continue to rise in Massachusetts and commuters are working out ways to cut back on spending.—
Paul Burton,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2026
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Another way to cut down on decision fatigue while working out is to start with the same move, which creates another predictable routine.—
Helen Carefoot,
Flow Space,
20 Mar. 2026
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“Puzzling (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/puzzling%20%28out%29. Accessed 24 Mar. 2026.
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