as in answer
something attained by mental effort and especially by computation
the solution to a math problem
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Recent Examples of solution
However, all these solutions feel more like rearranging deck chairs rather than positioning the Hurricanes closer to their championship goal.
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Cory Lavalette, New York Times, 20 June 2025
For Marsh, a first-year coach, time is now essential to create solutions for his team.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2025
Now, entrepreneurs must reverse this approach—start with what problems need solutions and hone in on what solutions people are willing to spend on.
—Cynthia Pong, Forbes.com, 8 June 2025
According to a study published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, surface pesticides on fruits were most effectively removed by a baking soda solution.
—Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 8 June 2025
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Cory Lavalette, New York Times, 20 June 2025
For Marsh, a first-year coach, time is now essential to create solutions for his team.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2025
Now, entrepreneurs must reverse this approach—start with what problems need solutions and hone in on what solutions people are willing to spend on.
—Cynthia Pong, Forbes.com, 8 June 2025
According to a study published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, surface pesticides on fruits were most effectively removed by a baking soda solution.
—Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 8 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for solution
Noun
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If the answers point to gaps in consistency, efficiency or visibility, AI can help—but only if it’s purposefully introduced.—
Casey Marquette,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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The obvious answer to the theme of this collection, then, is history.—
Literary Hub
June 23,
Literary Hub,
23 June 2025
Noun
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The result is a versatile cooker for waffles, pancakes, meat, veggies, and kinda whatever.—
Matthew Korfhage,
Wired News,
29 June 2025
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The state police and Correction and Community Services’ Office of Special Investigations probes any in-custody death that isn’t the result of natural causes, Whittaker said.—
John Annese,
New York Daily News,
29 June 2025
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“Solution.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/solution. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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