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resolving

v.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ɹiˈzɑɫvɪŋ// re·solv·ing

v. to find a solution to a problem or to make a firm decision to do something.

v. to find a solution to a conflict or problem; to make a formal expression of opinion or intention. Often used in the present participle form to describe the ongoing process of settling a dispute.


SIMPLE

They are working on resolving the technical issues with the website.

CONTEXTUAL

The mediator spent several hours resolving the disagreement between the two departments to ensure the project stayed on schedule.

COMPLEX

Successfully resolving such a deep-seated diplomatic crisis requires both patience and a willingness to compromise on long-held territorial claims.

Synonyms
Usage

The verb is transitive and requires a direct object, such as a problem, conflict, or issue.

Pitfall

resolving about the problemresolving the problemResolve is a transitive verb and does not take the preposition 'about' before its object.

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