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be resolved

VERB
intend
Synonyms
STRONGEST
aim contemplate design designate destine expect mean plan propose resolve think try
STRONG
appoint attempt connote decree dedicate denote devote endeavor essay express import indicate meditate ordain plot purpose reserve scheme signify spell strive
WEAK
add up aspire to be determined figure on have in mind hope to look forward set apart set aside
Antonyms
STRONGEST
disbelieve disregard forget ignore neglect
STRONG
be idle dismiss misuse use waste
VERB
persevere
Synonyms
STRONGEST
endure hold on keep going persist press on proceed pursue stand firm
STRONG
continue maintain remain
WEAK
be determined be stubborn carry on go for broke go for it go on hang in hang tough hold fast keep driving keep on leave no stone unturned plug away see it through stay the course stick with it
Antonyms
STRONGEST
cease discontinue give up stop
WEAK
be lazy idle leave quit

Example Sentences

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Still, he said several “complex issues” need to be resolved before the situation normalizes, such as safety concerns and high insurance costs for tanker movements through the strait.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

But most experts and analysts think these technical and other issues will be resolved sooner or later — and probably sooner.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 25, 2026

"We have no great confidence that things will be resolved now," Helen said.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

Adams expressed hopes that any potential litigation and other ongoing disputes can be resolved without further lengthening the project timeline.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

In some modern music, many of these dissonances are heard as pleasant or interesting or jazzy and don't need to be resolved.

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones