as in result
something attained by mental effort and especially by computation
the solution to a math problem
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For campaigners, the solution to Venice’s tourism woes lies in supporting the local community.
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Samuel Burke, Fortune Europe, 29 Oct. 2024
Our tester loved how quickly a droppers-full of solution absorbed into her scalp, leaving clean, residue-free hair that didn’t look or feel heavy, even when applying it near the front of her hairline.
—Alyssa Brascia, People.com, 29 Oct. 2024
Where to watch is actually only the first problem in need of a solution.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 29 Oct. 2024
Big Deal Nearly half of cybersecurity professionals say they’re left out in developing, onboarding, or implementing AI solutions, according to a new report from ISACA, a global professional association focused on IT governance.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 29 Oct. 2024
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Samuel Burke, Fortune Europe, 29 Oct. 2024
Our tester loved how quickly a droppers-full of solution absorbed into her scalp, leaving clean, residue-free hair that didn’t look or feel heavy, even when applying it near the front of her hairline.
—Alyssa Brascia, People.com, 29 Oct. 2024
Where to watch is actually only the first problem in need of a solution.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 29 Oct. 2024
Big Deal Nearly half of cybersecurity professionals say they’re left out in developing, onboarding, or implementing AI solutions, according to a new report from ISACA, a global professional association focused on IT governance.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 29 Oct. 2024
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“Solution.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/solution. Accessed 4 Nov. 2024.
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