unriddles

verb

Definition of unriddlesnext
present tense third-person singular of unriddle
1
as in solves
to find an answer for through reasoning I managed to unriddle the novel's central mystery before the main character did

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2
as in explains
to make plain or understandable the all-encompassing genius of Leonardo da Vinci is something that no biographer could ever hope to unriddle

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unriddles
  1. solves
  2. explains
  3. illustrates
  4. demonstrates
  5. clarifies
  6. simplifies
  7. illuminates
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  • Detroit’s players and coaches emphasized the chance for a reset going into the three-day holiday break this week, and maybe that solves a few issues.
    Max Bultman, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • But in reality these moments are when the brain consolidates memories, solves complex problems, and generates creative insights.
    Richard E. Cytowic, TIME, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of solves
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  • Speaking with Variety ahead of the film’s December 25 release, Dhawan explains his attraction to the project, which marks a significant departure from his previous work.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 24 Dec. 2024
  • This explains why women tend to need those extra hours of sleep compared to men.
    Sofía Esquivel, Glamour, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of explains
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  • This selection, on the other hand, illustrates the top of his range.
    Nick Baumgardner, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The passing network below illustrates how Guardiola’s two wingers were isolated, missing overlapping runs from a full-back and with their No 10s getting man-marked out of the game.
    Thom Harris, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of illustrates
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  • This series demonstrates how national access to functional plumbing infrastructure is complicated by bureaucracy and climate change.
    Marnie Shure, The Atlantic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • From a higher level of abstraction, this case demonstrates the need for robust oversight and regulation of high-volume tax preparers.
    Andrew Leahey, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of demonstrates
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  • However, the bill’s text makes no mention of the riot and only clarifies that House data stored elsewhere is still under the control of House rules.
    Julia Shapero, The Hill, 19 Dec. 2024
  • This fact clarifies Melton’s character.
    Longreads, Longreads, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of clarifies
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  • Roku Pay simplifies the process of singing up and managing subscriptions.
    Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 7 Jan. 2025
  • Use Password Managers Creating strong, unique passwords for every online account can feel overwhelming, but a password manager simplifies the task.
    Alex Vakulov, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of simplifies
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  • In the process, Fur & Loathing also illuminates a subculture that is often derided but that provides joy and fulfillment for its members.
    Marnie Shure, The Atlantic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Lutron lighting illuminates every room of the home, and a massive stone wall houses a fireplace that heats up the combination living and dining areas.
    Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of illuminates
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