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problem-solving

American  
[prahb-luhm sahl-ving] / ˈprɑb ləm ˈsɑl vɪŋ /

noun

  1. the process of assessing problems and developing strategies to achieve solutions.


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"There was a modest effect of time-restricted eating to improve spatial planning and problem-solving and on reducing errors related to memory and learning," said Shapses.

From Science Daily Jul. 27, 2026

Huawei said Wednesday that its AI system "Celia" had shown "comprehensive problem-solving capabilities" across several mathematical fields.

From Barron's Jul. 23, 2026

He added that his approach to governing would be characterised by "problem-solving rather than point-scoring".

From BBC Jul. 17, 2026

MIT leaders never shied from that challenge, in keeping with the spirit of an institution that prizes practical problem-solving and empirical results.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 14, 2026

They were determined I would grow up to be a totally self-sufficient, problem-solving expert.

From "Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus" by Dusti Bowling

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