1
as in decides
to come to a judgment about after discussion or consideration
I resolved to eat more healthily and to exercise regularly
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as in solves
to find an answer for through reasoning
resolve the apparent contradictions in the collected data
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as in divides
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 resolves
ServiceNow’s Virtual Agent delivers conversational self‑service and automatically resolves common issues.
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Mukul Garg, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
The agreement, dated April 17, 2025, resolves all issues related to property division and alimony.
—Jc Reindl, Freep.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Updating both your mouse driver and graphics driver through Windows Update or the manufacturer’s website often resolves this type of issue.
—Ken Colburn, AZCentral.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Pearce also served on the Federal Service Impasses Panel, which resolves disputes when unions and agencies are deadlocked.
—Josh Dinner, Space.com, 30 Aug. 2025
There’s a $2,000 balance that should be covered — thankfully my phone call resolves the issue.
—R29 Team, Refinery29, 29 Aug. 2025
This usually resolves within a few days with proper care.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 27 Aug. 2025
Getty Skybrary notes that a compressor stall can be either a transient issue that resolves itself or a sustained malfunction that requires immediate pilot intervention.
—Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Aug. 2025
However, the company added, full authorization remains unavailable through select cable providers as ESPN resolves outstanding negotiations, meaning some cable subscribers will be unable to access content broadcast exclusively on the streaming service.
—ABC News, 20 Aug. 2025
Mukul Garg, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
The agreement, dated April 17, 2025, resolves all issues related to property division and alimony.
—Jc Reindl, Freep.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Updating both your mouse driver and graphics driver through Windows Update or the manufacturer’s website often resolves this type of issue.
—Ken Colburn, AZCentral.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Pearce also served on the Federal Service Impasses Panel, which resolves disputes when unions and agencies are deadlocked.
—Josh Dinner, Space.com, 30 Aug. 2025
There’s a $2,000 balance that should be covered — thankfully my phone call resolves the issue.
—R29 Team, Refinery29, 29 Aug. 2025
This usually resolves within a few days with proper care.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 27 Aug. 2025
Getty Skybrary notes that a compressor stall can be either a transient issue that resolves itself or a sustained malfunction that requires immediate pilot intervention.
—Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Aug. 2025
However, the company added, full authorization remains unavailable through select cable providers as ESPN resolves outstanding negotiations, meaning some cable subscribers will be unable to access content broadcast exclusively on the streaming service.
—ABC News, 20 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for resolves
Verb
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The cat decides its favorite spot to sleep is also a great place to stretch and scratch.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
12 Sep. 2025
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Perhaps America won’t be healthy again until Kennedy simply decides to declare victory, regardless of what the next three years bring.—
Nicholas Florko,
The Atlantic,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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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,
10 Sep. 2025
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Your product solves a real problem.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The jet stream divides the country in two, bringing wetter weather to the Pacific Northwest and Ohio Valley.—
Alix Martichoux,
The Hill,
12 Sep. 2025
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The 45-year-old Shears now divides his time between London and New Orleans, is a founding member of the pop and glam rock band Scissor Sisters.—
Adam Bell,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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This guides both the fashion influences the company chooses to follow, as well as the creation of functional, emotionally durable garments.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
8 Sep. 2025
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The Paper’s connection to The Office comes first from behind the cameras, as the documentary crew that chronicled Michael Scott, Pam Beesly et al chooses the Truth-Teller as its next subject.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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What begins as a seemingly straightforward task quickly unravels into chaos and strategic gameplay.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
9 Sep. 2025
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Blue Valentine tells the story of a married couple — Dean and Cindy — that unravels throughout the course of the movie, which is told in a nonlinear fashion.—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Japan Air Self-Defense Force The Sea of Japan separates Russia's far eastern regions from the Japanese archipelago and the Korean Peninsula.—
Ryan Chan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
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This unique body of water, which separates Melbourne from the barrier island of Melbourne Beach, is incredibly biodiverse.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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First, consider the impact that awareness of how AI works can have on how someone opts to make use of AI.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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Hinkle opts for flat twists, halo braids, and two-strand twists to minimize manipulation and keep the scalp accessible for moisturizing.—
Larry Stansbury,
Essence,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Jesus answers the questions in Portuguese, via a translator, but his English is strong enough to understand what is being asked and to hold a conversation.—
Paul Taylor,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Hopefully the question answers itself.—
John Tamny,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Resolves.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resolves. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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