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something attained by mental effort and especially by computation
the solution to a math problem
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Recent Examples of solution
In response, developers are racing toward behind-the-meter (BTM) and self-generation solutions that bypass years-long utility interconnection queues.
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Tracy Yochum, Miami Herald, 4 May 2026
Why rely on such a complicated solution when modern Teslas can perform similar tasks using only onboard sensors?
—Tim Stevens, ArsTechnica, 4 May 2026
The long-term solution is to have people who live in California live here legally, so this is no longer a debate.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
Strong documentation and accountability will help ensure taxpayer funds are being directed toward real solutions.
—Sierra Van Der Brug, Daily News, 4 May 2026
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Tracy Yochum, Miami Herald, 4 May 2026
Why rely on such a complicated solution when modern Teslas can perform similar tasks using only onboard sensors?
—Tim Stevens, ArsTechnica, 4 May 2026
The long-term solution is to have people who live in California live here legally, so this is no longer a debate.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
Strong documentation and accountability will help ensure taxpayer funds are being directed toward real solutions.
—Sierra Van Der Brug, Daily News, 4 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for solution
Noun
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Watch all of the day’s events here, including Abel’s first question-and-answer session with insurance chief Ajit Jain, and a panel with the heads of Berkshire’s other businesses.—
Yun Li,Alex Harring,Sarah Min,
CNBC,
2 May 2026
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My answer includes local craft shows, art galleries, estate sales, antique shops, and thrift stores.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
2 May 2026
Noun
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Our justice system depends on public confidence, and, as a result, the rules governing lawyers in every state are strict.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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The Sun open the regular season Friday with a road rematch against the Liberty, and the team has some big decisions to make after Sunday’s result with final rosters due Thursday.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
3 May 2026
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“Solution.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/solution. Accessed 6 May. 2026.
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