2 meanings, 4 uses
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1 —3 uses as in:
I resolved to stop drinking.
Definition
to decide — typically a firm or formal decision
- Though he had resolved never to let the Bird knock him down, the power of the blow, and the explosive pain that followed, overawed everything in him.p. 251.8
resolved = firmly decided
Other Uses (with this meaning)
- He resolved to disappear forever.p. 335.7
- With trepidation, he had resolved to go to Sugamo to stand before these men.p. 378.3
resolved = decided
resolved = decided
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2 —1 use as in:
How did you resolve the problem?
Definition
to solve a problem or settle a disagreement
- Everyone thought that the issue was resolved.p. 227.8
resolved = settled
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