Definition of solutionnext
as in answer
something attained by mental effort and especially by computation the solution to a math problem

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Recent Examples of solution Aligned groups, such as Democratic Majority for Israel, have criticized more recent comments, including a May op-ed in which Van Hollen faults Israel for the failure of a two-state solution to the Palestinian conflict. David Sivak, The Washington Examiner, 22 June 2026 The event had more than 1,700 exhibitors spotlighting various technologies such as automation, AI and integrated digitalization solutions. Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 22 June 2026 The modern 'Zahara' zinnias offer a solution with their compact 16-20 inch stature and robust disease resistance. Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 June 2026 This solution could even be moved from space to space as needed, though that would involve more hefting than most of us would be happy undertaking more than a few times before calling it quits. Paul Ridden june 22, New Atlas, 22 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for solution
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  • As a result, the concept of animal rights was non-existent and people were free to treat animals like any other inanimate property.
    Rob Toews, Forbes.com, 22 June 2026
  • Whatever the reasons, the result is somewhat ironic.
    Jack Bantock, CNN Money, 22 June 2026
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  • Williams believes both families are in pain right now as detectives search for more answers in this investigation.
    Kaicey Baylor, CBS News, 21 June 2026
  • The high school exam board, CBSE, has faced public outrage over an electronic marking system plagued with technical glitches, during which students said answers were wrongly marked or, in some cases, answer sheets were omitted entirely.
    Mithil Aggarwal, NBC news, 20 June 2026

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