Figure out

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verb

To understand or solve something.

I can't figure out how to do this math problem.
Visual representation of "figure out" - To understand or solve something

Often appears as...

  • figure out a problem
  • figure out a solution
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Visual representation of "figure out"
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Problem Solving

Used when you're actively trying to solve a challenging problem or question. It indicates a process.

Illustration for Problem Solving
She's trying to figure out the best way to approach her boss.
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Context Clues

Pay attention to surrounding words for hints about solving or understanding the issue at hand.

Illustration for Context Clues
From the manual, I needed to figure out the next step.
Visual representation of the word "Figure out"

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