resolve
Usage
What are other ways to say resolve?
To resolve is to show firmness of purpose: He resolved to ask for a promotion. To determine is to arrive at a conclusion after reasoning or observation: He determined that there was no available path to victory. To decide is to make up one's mind as to what shall be done and the way to do it: He decided to go today.
Example Sentences
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If they do, will all of your reasons for moving magically resolve whatever it is that’s going on?
From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026
“We aren’t probably going to be able to resolve all the issues by July 1 but we are on track to resolve many of them and will move as quickly as possible,” Greer said.
From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026
Although many infections resolve on their own in people with healthy immune systems, the virus can become chronic in individuals with weakened immunity, including organ transplant recipients and people living with HIV.
From Science Daily • Apr. 6, 2026
From 65-6, against an attack with its tail up, Foakes and Lawes rebuilt with high resolve and skill.
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
The man to whom they now referred as “the actor who plays Ace Greenberg” failed to resolve what they viewed as their biggest problem.
From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis
