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as in to solve
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 to explain
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 unriddle
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Putting Graham on the defensive line with Josh Hines-Allen, Arik Armstead and Travon Walker could solve a lot of those problems. 6.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
20 Jan. 2025 -
To solve the problem of how to pay for those costs, the organizers came up with an idea: Why not make the group wedding into a big party, that anyone could attend?—
Oliver Haug,
Them,
20 Jan. 2025
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But money alone doesn’t explain the absence of conscience.—
Todd L. Pittinsky,
Sun Sentinel,
26 Jan. 2025
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For some teams, a dark-horse mind-set might be better for strategic reasons: underdogs tend to focus on the positive outcome (winning), while top dogs tend to avoid negative outcomes (not losing), which could explain why underdogs sometimes play looser and with an eye to higher risks and rewards.—
Louisa Thomas,
The New Yorker,
26 Jan. 2025
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Noor seems like a likable, interesting new character to base a story around, but how does this all tie in to the conspiracy that Peter Sutherland is beginning to unravel?—
Ben Rosenstock,
Vulture,
23 Jan. 2025
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Vet mobile & Internal Affairs investigation In Suarez’s telling of events, his relationship with Carollo began to unravel after Suarez discovered a trove of veterinary supplies at the Bayfront Park Management Trust headquarters in April.—
Tess Riski,
Miami Herald,
22 Jan. 2025
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This example illustrates how AI can enhance productivity while allowing humans to focus on tasks that require creativity and expertise.—
Dr. Aviva Legatt,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
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The table below, displaying centre-backs signed, illustrates that dominance over other leagues.—
Jacob Whitehead,
The Athletic,
21 Jan. 2025
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Home Alone always seems to re-enter the cultural conversation each Christmas season, but last year, director Chris Columbus answered a long-gestating burning question: How did Kevin's parents afford that lavish manor?—
Nick Romano,
EW.com,
31 Jan. 2025
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The world retains its air of unsettling mystery, even as some questions are answered, and its scope expands beyond just a couple of offices.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
31 Jan. 2025
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Zelenskyy did not clarify whether humanitarian aid had been paused.—
SAMYA KULLAB,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Jan. 2025
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The update further highlights Spirit’s attempts to clarify what constitutes acceptable dress for its flights.—
Quartz Intelligence Newsroom,
Quartz,
24 Jan. 2025
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Any lawsuits challenging attempts to wield government power would probably take years to resolve and offer little immediate comfort to those targeted.—
Byron Tau,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Jan. 2025
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If that’s the case, while many customers have simply abandoned the purchase, some of those customers have certainly called your helpline to resolve their purchasing issue.—
Tom Lewis,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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Despite these challenges, the Texans' strong playoff run—despite falling short in the divisional round to Kansas City—demonstrated that the team is close to competing at a higher level.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
25 Jan. 2025
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His involvement with the Uniform Intermodal Interchange and Facilities Access Agreement further demonstrates his commitment to advancing efficiency and innovation in the industry.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA TODAY,
25 Jan. 2025
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