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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Until now, the same researchers mostly did both the glamorous part of research, solving, and the less glamorous part, verifying and explaining.
From Barron's ● Oct. 30, 2026
Cognitive symptoms could include illusions or hallucinations — some patients report sensing a shadowy figure nearby — and difficulties with problem solving and navigation.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 30, 2026
This year, the event is taking place during the domestic calendar, solving the date issue.
From BBC ● Oct. 26, 2026
Octopuses, squid, and cuttlefish possess some of the most sophisticated nervous systems in the animal kingdom, giving them remarkable abilities such as solving problems and rapidly changing their appearance to blend into their surroundings.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 12, 2026
Diane Capriola, who had won her spot on the Southeast team by solving riddles, stepped forward.
From "Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics" by Chris Grabenstein
