as in to solve
to find an answer for through reasoning
with the discovery of the Rosetta stone, archaeologists at long last were able to riddle out the mystery of Egyptian hieroglyphics
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Connecticut’s shortage of more than 90,000 affordable units won’t be solved by freezing rents.—
Ben Proto,
Hartford Courant,
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The sport challenges participants’ ability to problem solve and navigate outdoor challenges, all against the clock.—
Ben Morse,
CNN Money,
12 Aug. 2025
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Eventually, the scheme unraveled and Madoff was arrested.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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In the station bathroom, Michelle catches her reflection, and then sees him—Burke—not in the mirror, but in her mind, planting a warning that if anyone discovers their affair, the truth could unravel everything she's accomplished.—
JP Mangalindan,
Time,
15 Aug. 2025
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Autumn Hill will hold a town hall meeting to answer families' questions.—
Alec Johnson,
jsonline.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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Girardi was seen as more willing to answer individual struggles with some tough love.—
Peter Chawaga,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Aug. 2025
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That might mean remaking a drink, offering an alternative, or finding another way to resolve an issue.—
Jill Schulman,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Even in these situations, Purcell advises that the first step a homeowner should take is to communicate their concerns to their neighbor in hopes of resolving the issue.—
Noe Padilla,
IndyStar,
15 Aug. 2025
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“Riddle (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/riddle%20%28out%29. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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