Solve
verb
To find the answer or explanation for something.
I can't solve this mathematics problem.
Often appears as...
- solve a problem
- solve a puzzle
verb
To deal successfully with a problem or difficult situation.
The company hired a consultant to help solve their financial issues.
Often appears as...
- solve a crisis
- solve a dispute
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Business
verb
To clear up or figure out something such as a crime.
The detective solved the crime within a few days.
Often appears as...
- solve a crime
- solve a case
Usage tips
Legal
verb
To find the answer or explanation for something.
I can't solve this mathematics problem.
Often appears as...
- solve a problem
- solve a puzzle
verb
To deal successfully with a problem or difficult situation.
The company hired a consultant to help solve their financial issues.
Often appears as...
- solve a crisis
- solve a dispute
Usage tips
Business
verb
To clear up or figure out something such as a crime.
The detective solved the crime within a few days.
Often appears as...
- solve a crime
- solve a case
Usage tips
Legal
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Math and Logic
Often used in academic contexts, especially in mathematics, logic, and puzzles.
Can you solve this equation for x?
Pro Tip 2/3Seeking Explanations
Used when looking for a clear answer or clarification to a complex issue.
Scientists strive to solve the mysteries of the universe.
Pro Tip 3/3Abstract Problems
Appropriate for abstract or conceptual problems, not just tangible ones.
Philosophers have attempted to solve the problem of free will.
Pro Tip 1/3Math and Logic
Often used in academic contexts, especially in mathematics, logic, and puzzles.
Can you solve this equation for x?
Pro Tip 2/3Seeking Explanations
Used when looking for a clear answer or clarification to a complex issue.
Scientists strive to solve the mysteries of the universe.
Pro Tip 3/3Abstract Problems
Appropriate for abstract or conceptual problems, not just tangible ones.
Philosophers have attempted to solve the problem of free will.
Pro Tip 1/3Math and Logic
Often used in academic contexts, especially in mathematics, logic, and puzzles.
Can you solve this equation for x?
Pro Tip 2/3Seeking Explanations
Used when looking for a clear answer or clarification to a complex issue.
Scientists strive to solve the mysteries of the universe.
Pro Tip 3/3Abstract Problems
Appropriate for abstract or conceptual problems, not just tangible ones.
Philosophers have attempted to solve the problem of free will.
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What happens when our...
it realizes that there is a more effective way to achieve this take control of the world and stick electrodes into the facial muscles of humans to cause constant, beaming grins. Another example, suppose we give A.I. the goal to solve a difficult mathematical problem. When the A.I. becomes superintelligent,
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Are Crows the Ultimate...
Imagine that you're a crow. Here's your food in a deep hole. How would you go about, with the tools available to you on this table, solving this problem? The bird's tool kit includes a short stick hanging on a piece of string, three stones inside wooden cages, and a longer stick trapped in a plastic box.
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Why elephants never...
And they've grasped basic arithmetic, keeping track of the relative amounts of fruit in two baskets after multiple changes. The rare combination of memory and problem solving can explain some of elephants' most clever behaviors, but it doesn't explain some of the things we're just beginning to learn
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Upgrading management...
infuriating because we solve this problem in our personal lives at home were used to technology acting like a coach and helping us who in this room hasn't used a mapping application to coach you on how to go anywhere new the first few times we rely on health trackers to help us achieve our fitness
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Why is it so hard to...
Figuring out how to target these stubborn cells might help prevent cancers from coming back. Even if we solved those problems, we might face new ones. Cancer cells are masters of adaptation, adjusting their molecular and cellular characteristics to survive under stress.
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Why do people get so...
Worrying about being able to solve math problems, or not doing well on a test, eats up working memory, leaving less of it available to tackle the math itself. People can suddenly struggle with even basic math skills, like arithmetic, that they've otherwise mastered.
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Can you solve...
Probably not. There's no evidence he did, and some of the brands mentioned are too recent. But the logic here is not so different from what you'd use to solve equations with multiple variables, even those describing the nature of the universe.
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The benefits of a...
to switch between languages triggered more activity in, and potentially strengthened, the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex. This is the part of the brain that plays a large role in executive function, problem solving, switching between tasks,
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Why do we dream? - Amy...
may be a contributing factor to their illnesses. We dream to solve problems. Unconstrained by reality and the rules of conventional logic, in your dreams, your mind can create limitless scenarios to help you grasp problems
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Time Is But a Stubborn...
Oh, no sir. I've already solved it. PROFESSOR Leave, now. On what offense? PROFESSOR Your mere presence spoils the respect of the class for me! That is not an objective reason. Out!
Video examples
What happens when our...
it realizes that there is a more effective way to achieve this take control of the world and stick electrodes into the facial muscles of humans to cause constant, beaming grins. Another example, suppose we give A.I. the goal to solve a difficult mathematical problem. When the A.I. becomes superintelligent,
Video examples
Are Crows the Ultimate...
Imagine that you're a crow. Here's your food in a deep hole. How would you go about, with the tools available to you on this table, solving this problem? The bird's tool kit includes a short stick hanging on a piece of string, three stones inside wooden cages, and a longer stick trapped in a plastic box.
Video examples
Why elephants never...
And they've grasped basic arithmetic, keeping track of the relative amounts of fruit in two baskets after multiple changes. The rare combination of memory and problem solving can explain some of elephants' most clever behaviors, but it doesn't explain some of the things we're just beginning to learn
Video examples
Upgrading management...
infuriating because we solve this problem in our personal lives at home were used to technology acting like a coach and helping us who in this room hasn't used a mapping application to coach you on how to go anywhere new the first few times we rely on health trackers to help us achieve our fitness
Video examples
Why is it so hard to...
Figuring out how to target these stubborn cells might help prevent cancers from coming back. Even if we solved those problems, we might face new ones. Cancer cells are masters of adaptation, adjusting their molecular and cellular characteristics to survive under stress.
Video examples
Why do people get so...
Worrying about being able to solve math problems, or not doing well on a test, eats up working memory, leaving less of it available to tackle the math itself. People can suddenly struggle with even basic math skills, like arithmetic, that they've otherwise mastered.
Video examples
Can you solve...
Probably not. There's no evidence he did, and some of the brands mentioned are too recent. But the logic here is not so different from what you'd use to solve equations with multiple variables, even those describing the nature of the universe.
Video examples
The benefits of a...
to switch between languages triggered more activity in, and potentially strengthened, the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex. This is the part of the brain that plays a large role in executive function, problem solving, switching between tasks,
Video examples
Why do we dream? - Amy...
may be a contributing factor to their illnesses. We dream to solve problems. Unconstrained by reality and the rules of conventional logic, in your dreams, your mind can create limitless scenarios to help you grasp problems
Video examples
Time Is But a Stubborn...
Oh, no sir. I've already solved it. PROFESSOR Leave, now. On what offense? PROFESSOR Your mere presence spoils the respect of the class for me! That is not an objective reason. Out!
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Quote examples
Tom Cruise
American Actor
I like to work with people that I like hanging out with, that I admire, that are really smart and talented, and we can problem solve together.
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Colin Powell
American Statesman
Don't bother people for help without first trying to solve the problem yourself.
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Hilary Mason
English Actress
It's rare that you can solve a technology problem with more technology.
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Friedrich Durrenmatt
Swiss Author
The problems of all of humanity can only be solved by all of humanity.
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Soren Kierkegaard
Danish Philosopher
Life is not a problem to be solved, but a reality to be experienced.
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Priyadarshan
Indian Director
When the actors look your character, half the problems are solved.
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Netta Barzilai
Israeli Singer
Tell me where to sing to solve the world's problems and I'll go.
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Gary Owens
American Entertainer
My comedy isn't going to solve problems; I'm not that deep.
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James Dyson
British Designer
Life is a mountain of solvable problems, and I enjoy that.
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Haider al-Abadi
Iraqi Politician
Peace has to be solved equally.
Quote examples
Tom Cruise
American Actor
I like to work with people that I like hanging out with, that I admire, that are really smart and talented, and we can problem solve together.
Quote examples
Colin Powell
American Statesman
Don't bother people for help without first trying to solve the problem yourself.
Quote examples
Hilary Mason
English Actress
It's rare that you can solve a technology problem with more technology.
Quote examples
Friedrich Durrenmatt
Swiss Author
The problems of all of humanity can only be solved by all of humanity.
Quote examples
Soren Kierkegaard
Danish Philosopher
Life is not a problem to be solved, but a reality to be experienced.
Quote examples
Priyadarshan
Indian Director
When the actors look your character, half the problems are solved.
Quote examples
Netta Barzilai
Israeli Singer
Tell me where to sing to solve the world's problems and I'll go.
Quote examples
Gary Owens
American Entertainer
My comedy isn't going to solve problems; I'm not that deep.
Quote examples
James Dyson
British Designer
Life is a mountain of solvable problems, and I enjoy that.
Quote examples
Haider al-Abadi
Iraqi Politician
Peace has to be solved equally.
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