solve
verb (used with object)
to find the answer or explanation for; clear up; explain.
solving
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present participleof solve.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Maintaining a smaller deer population is not possible, according to Barton, who said the conservancy fully evaluated other methods for solving the deer challenge, which has vexed them for at least 20 years.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 2, 2026
The breakthrough in finally solving the Shakur case largely came down to one thing - Davis' own words.
From BBC ● Sep. 1, 2026
According to the researchers, solving the problem required two key advances.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 30, 2026
You may be solving for a requirement that has more flexibility than the front line let on.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 27, 2026
"You already knew about Buttons's escape act. You girls were thinking about solving this one, eh? I bet you were going to ask me to take you to the petting zoo today, weren't you?"
From "Pony Problems: Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew, #3" by Carolyn Keene
