piece of the puzzle
noun phrase
: part of the solution to a question or problem
Researchers are close to finding a solution, but they haven't found the final pieces of the puzzle.
The restaurant is trying to attract more customers, and the new menu is an important piece of the puzzle.
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But the actual space is just one piece of the puzzle.
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Jon Youshaei, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
From there, a different person is responsible for each piece of the puzzle.
—Tessa Stuart, Rolling Stone, 10 Jan. 2025
But recycling textiles is just one piece of the puzzle.
—Lewis Perkins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Jan. 2025
And remember, skin care is just one piece of the puzzle—don’t forget that a balanced diet, quality sleep and healthy habits all play a vital role in keeping your skin looking its best.
—Eva Crouse, Flow Space, 6 Jan. 2025
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Jon Youshaei, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
From there, a different person is responsible for each piece of the puzzle.
—Tessa Stuart, Rolling Stone, 10 Jan. 2025
But recycling textiles is just one piece of the puzzle.
—Lewis Perkins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Jan. 2025
And remember, skin care is just one piece of the puzzle—don’t forget that a balanced diet, quality sleep and healthy habits all play a vital role in keeping your skin looking its best.
—Eva Crouse, Flow Space, 6 Jan. 2025
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“Piece of the puzzle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/piece%20of%20the%20puzzle. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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