Collocation
figure out a problem
To understand or solve a difficult situation, puzzle, or issue.
Definition
'figure out a problem' is a common English collocation. To understand or solve a difficult situation, puzzle, or issue.
figure out + a/the + problem
“We need to figure out a problem with the new software before its launch.”
Examples
- She needs to figure out a problem with her computer before the presentation.
- Can you help me figure out a problem with this puzzle?
- They finally figured out a problem that had been baffling them for days.
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- The engineers are trying to figure out a problem with the new engine design.
- It took us hours to figure out a problem that seemed so simple at first glance.
- We must figure out a problem quickly to avoid further delays in the project.
- He was determined to figure out a problem all by himself, without any external help.
- The detective worked tirelessly to figure out a problem that had baffled the entire police force for weeks.
- If we don't figure out a problem soon, the entire project will be in jeopardy.
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