resolve
verb (used with object)
to come to a definite or earnest decision about; determine (to do something).
have resolved
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present perfectof resolve.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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“We’re pleased to have resolved this matter earlier this year,” an American Airlines company spokesman said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 22, 2026
In addition to getting straight back out of the Championship, the club have resolved to repair the fractured relationship with their fans.
From BBC ● May 27, 2026
"While we have resolved nearly all of these claims through settlements, families are entitled to pursue their claims through the court process, and we respect their right to do so."
From Barron's ● May 14, 2026
In short, Kagan would have resolved this case as a good textualist, operating within the methodological terms set down by the majority’s opinion, minus the major-questions thumb on the scale.
From Slate ● Mar. 4, 2026
Hublin shifts as if to leave, but von Rumpel merely says, “Please, stay until we have resolved this.”
From "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr
