puzzle (out)

verb

Definition of puzzle (out)next
as in to solve
to find an answer for through reasoning I was able to puzzle out the riddle in a fairly short time

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for puzzle (out)
  1. solve
  2. unravel
  3. answer
  4. figure out
  5. resolve
Verb
  • Also, because of this decision in Florida, more states will begin to enact similar legislation regarding AOB's and other reforms—implemented to solve the litigation crisis that's plagued Florida since abusive AOB's first appeared in property insurance claims.
    Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Markstrom’s arrival has solved New Jersey’s years-long net issues.
    Harman Dayal, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of solve
Verb
  • As Palisades Fire Expands East Apple Brings Back iPhone 15 Pro For First Time—At Lower Price The Decline of Russia’s European Market Russia’s dominance in Europe’s natural gas market began unraveling in late 2021, when Gazprom reduced supplies to the European spot market, triggering price spikes.
    Robert Rapier, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
  • This series looked at the flaws that have unraveled the cases against Trump.
    Washington Examiner Staff, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 9 Jan. 2025
Definition of unravel
Verb
  • Unfortunately, despite her best efforts, Cunanan answered correctly and clinched the win with a final score of $19,400.
    Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
  • The depleted Magic answered the challenge, avoiding a season-series sweep with a 103-94 victory at Madison Square Garden.
    Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 7 Jan. 2025
Definition of answer
Verb
  • The 29-year-old is figuring out when and how to join the rush, with six goals and nine assists, and was leading the NHL with a plus-22 at the time of his injury.
    Michael Russo, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
  • She’s even created a TikTok filter that makes figuring out your own contrast level easier.
    Laura Solla, Vogue, 9 Jan. 2025
Definition of figure out
Verb
  • The credit card transaction would fail, at which point the attackers provide a link to an app to resolve the problem.
    Zak Doffman, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
  • If these strategies don't resolve the issue, consulting a dog behavioral specialist may provide additional guidance.
    Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025
Definition of resolve
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“Puzzle (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/puzzle%20%28out%29. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.

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