1
as in figuring
to come to a judgment about after discussion or consideration
I resolved to eat more healthily and to exercise regularly
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2
as in solving
to find an answer for through reasoning
resolve the apparent contradictions in the collected data
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as in dividing
to set or force apart
a prism will resolve a beam of light into an array of colors
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Recent Examples of resolving
Velo has already handled over 2 million conversations, resolving 72% of customer needs.
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Elaine Pofeldt,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
This line is only for resolving issues of ships or possible incidents so that clarification can be made.
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Yuliya Talmazan,
NBC news,
22 June 2026
The severe structural bottleneck caused by the dual fires at the Novelis Oswego plant — which choked off critical automotive aluminum sheet supply and delivered a multi-billion dollar headwind — is officially resolving.
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Michael Khouw,
CNBC,
22 June 2026
In this sense, de la Espriella has sold voters on a swing to the past and a more muscular approach to security and crime – strategies that have fallen short of resolving Colombia’s lingering issues so far.
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Stefano Pozzebon,
CNN Money,
22 June 2026
There will be a lasting impact on economic growth as the country faces a long process resolving outstanding costs, according to analysts.
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Rebecca Schneid,
Time,
21 June 2026
In fact, the truest of patriots tackle complex issues, resolving to create a more perfect union.
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Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2026
Finding similarity and common ground is often an important step in reducing prejudice and resolving conflict.
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Steve S. Medeiros,
The Conversation,
15 June 2026
The main complaint is on cost and occasionally not resolving the problem.
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Nick Perry,
USA Today,
14 June 2026
Elaine Pofeldt,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
This line is only for resolving issues of ships or possible incidents so that clarification can be made.
—
Yuliya Talmazan,
NBC news,
22 June 2026
The severe structural bottleneck caused by the dual fires at the Novelis Oswego plant — which choked off critical automotive aluminum sheet supply and delivered a multi-billion dollar headwind — is officially resolving.
—
Michael Khouw,
CNBC,
22 June 2026
In this sense, de la Espriella has sold voters on a swing to the past and a more muscular approach to security and crime – strategies that have fallen short of resolving Colombia’s lingering issues so far.
—
Stefano Pozzebon,
CNN Money,
22 June 2026
There will be a lasting impact on economic growth as the country faces a long process resolving outstanding costs, according to analysts.
—
Rebecca Schneid,
Time,
21 June 2026
In fact, the truest of patriots tackle complex issues, resolving to create a more perfect union.
—
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2026
Finding similarity and common ground is often an important step in reducing prejudice and resolving conflict.
—
Steve S. Medeiros,
The Conversation,
15 June 2026
The main complaint is on cost and occasionally not resolving the problem.
—
Nick Perry,
USA Today,
14 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for resolving
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Warsh may be figuring that by the end of summer, the prices of gasoline and other energy products will drop much further.
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When figuring income, be careful with Social Security benefits.
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Lawmakers called it a major first step toward solving the housing affordability crisis.
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His work transformed computational biology and drug discovery, earning him and Hassabis Nobel Prizes and cementing DeepMind’s reputation as a lab capable of solving grand scientific challenges.
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The one-time 5% tax on the state’s billionaires has rocked Sacramento in recent months, sharply dividing Democrats and splintering labor coalitions.
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According to Steele, the bankruptcy trustee is now dividing the company’s assets, and the Cooper residents will likely only recover a small amount from the electric company.
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On an album centered on killing ego and embracing growth, the response feels less like avoidance and more like a man choosing peace over proving a point.
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That means creating an easily navigable layout, incorporating soft, inviting textures and materials, and choosing extra-comfortable furniture.
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In one of his rougher outings of the season, Meyer showed his ability to steady himself in the middle and prevent a game from unraveling, the kind of adversity every starting pitcher is guaranteed to face at some point.
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Soon, the new majorities began unraveling sustainability reporting requirements.
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The challenge for investors is separating technical pressure from fundamental weakness.
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The Grammy-winning rapper, 41, filed for divorce from his podcaster wife, 46, on May 18 after separating May 9, according to a divorce filing obtained and reviewed by the USA TODAY Network on June 15.
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Engineers still need to examine the bridge design, inspection history, traffic loads, weather, material condition and measurement uncertainty before deciding whether to repair, restrict traffic or close a bridge.
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The market was not suddenly deciding that Novo Nordisk was a bad business.
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As per the habit of our times, the people are answering these questions and more on the prediction markets that have consumed ever more aspects of American life.
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Instead of answering them herself, Valentino asked each player on UConn’s roster to record a video sharing what life in the program was really like.
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