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solves

v.
A2 Elementary US //ˈsɑɫvz// UK //sˈɒlvz// solves

v. to find the right answer to a problem or a puzzle. You use this when you fix a difficult situation or figure out a mystery.

v. to find an answer to, explanation for, or means of effectively dealing with a problem or mystery. Third-person singular present form of 'solve'.


SIMPLE

She solves the hardest math problems in minutes.

CONTEXTUAL

The detective usually solves the mystery before the end of the first chapter.

COMPLEX

While the new software solves the immediate issue of data entry, it does not address the underlying structural flaws in the company's database management system.

Synonyms
Usage

The verb is transitive and requires a direct object, such as a problem, puzzle, or mystery.

Pitfall

The problem solves easily.The problem is solved easily.Solve is transitive; a problem cannot solve itself, so the passive voice is required when the problem is the subject.

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