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puzzle over

idiom

To think intensely and deeply about a confusing problem, situation, or question in an effort to understand it or to find a solution.

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  1. 01

    Chinese puzzle

    A senseless situation.

  2. 02

    piece of the puzzle

    A clue that contributes to the solution of a mystery.

  3. 03

    puzzle out

    To figure out; to discover or find a solution to.

  4. 04

    puzzle through

    To work methodically to solve or understand something complex.

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