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as in solves
to find an answer for through reasoning
I managed to unriddle the novel's central mystery before the main character did
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as in explains
to make plain or understandable
the all-encompassing genius of Leonardo da Vinci is something that no biographer could ever hope to unriddle
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unriddles
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Detroit’s players and coaches emphasized the chance for a reset going into the three-day holiday break this week, and maybe that solves a few issues.—
Max Bultman,
The Athletic,
24 Dec. 2024 -
But in reality these moments are when the brain consolidates memories, solves complex problems, and generates creative insights.—
Richard E. Cytowic,
TIME,
23 Dec. 2024
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But of course, the fact that Bezos’s message meant anything partisan at all explains the problem for the rest of the progressive press.—
Tiana Lowe Doescher,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
28 Feb. 2025
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Jones explains that turning to supplements can feel like a way to regain control or quickly improve appearance for those who struggle with these emotions.—
Jazmin Towe,
Parents,
27 Feb. 2025
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The tape illustrates something else.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
13 Apr. 2025
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Some 80 kilometers southeast of Nairobi lies another satellite city project that illustrates just such a cautionary tale.—
Erika Page,
Christian Science Monitor,
11 Apr. 2025
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This once again demonstrates that Russia seeks to prolong the war and postpone peace for as long as possible.—
Barak Ravid,
Axios,
13 Mar. 2025
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Speaking outside the Education Department’s headquarters Tuesday, Cambridge said his team has helped allocate billions of dollars to districts across the state without issues, which demonstrates the efficacy of telework.—
William Melhado,
Sacramento Bee,
12 Mar. 2025
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However, the bill’s text makes no mention of the riot and only clarifies that House data stored elsewhere is still under the control of House rules.—
Julia Shapero,
The Hill,
19 Dec. 2024
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This fact clarifies Melton’s character.—
Longreads,
Longreads,
18 Dec. 2024
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Roku Pay simplifies the process of singing up and managing subscriptions.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
7 Jan. 2025
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Use Password Managers Creating strong, unique passwords for every online account can feel overwhelming, but a password manager simplifies the task.—
Alex Vakulov,
Forbes,
22 Dec. 2024
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This philosophy illuminates why Vaz’s long-term goals are focused on professional success and meaningful community impact.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA TODAY,
6 Mar. 2025
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Young’s work now illuminates marginalized histories, like his 2024 Lost Tribes of Florida suits in royal purple.—
Harriet Shepherd,
Vogue,
5 Mar. 2025
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“Unriddles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unriddles. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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