as in solves
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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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,
15 Oct. 2025 -
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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When her mother answers, the words seem to stick in her throat.—
Hazlitt,
Hazlitt,
8 Oct. 2025
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Today, the coach answers questions after SDSU’s win against Colorado State and heading into Saturday night’s game at Nevada.—
Kirk Kenney,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Oct. 2025
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In one of many tonally jarring subplots, Vince works out a scam to burn down his dead mother’s house in Brooklyn to collect the insurance money with the help of a corrupt fire marshal.—
Andrew Bernard,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Oct. 2025
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The spacious property in the 37700 block of Brayton Street in Fremont was sold on July 25, 2025 for $2,170,000 which works out to $1,048 per square foot.—
Bay Area Home Report,
Mercury News,
26 Sep. 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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“Riddles (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/riddles%20%28out%29. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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