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
The beginning of a solution, Zionism’s dismantling, requires a more granular understanding of its founding logic.
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The novel solution is designed to tackle the common challenge of ensuring a reliable power supply in places far from existing infrastructure, such as open-air music festivals, crisis zones, and remote scientific expeditions.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 2 Oct. 2025
Rick Bailey, a Johnson County commissioner, said Thursday that the agreement with Fort Worth is not a long-term solution to the county’s dog dumping problem.
—Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Oct. 2025
The solution is to run the ball better.
—Mike Defabo, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
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Book Marks
october 2, Literary Hub, 2 Oct. 2025
The novel solution is designed to tackle the common challenge of ensuring a reliable power supply in places far from existing infrastructure, such as open-air music festivals, crisis zones, and remote scientific expeditions.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 2 Oct. 2025
Rick Bailey, a Johnson County commissioner, said Thursday that the agreement with Fort Worth is not a long-term solution to the county’s dog dumping problem.
—Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Oct. 2025
The solution is to run the ball better.
—Mike Defabo, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for solution
Noun
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Well, the answer isn't so simple.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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As the textile industry adapts to meet increasing demand for natural aesthetics and more sustainable solutions, Tencel Lyocell HV100 provides a unique answer to both.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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That's the result of Republicans and Democrats failing to reach a deal to pass a stopgap funding bill.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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For best results and to keep your flannel looking great, follow the care instructions on the tag.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
30 Sep. 2025
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“Solution.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/solution. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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