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Meaning of Figure Out
According to Merriam-Webster, "figure out" means to understand or explain something by thinking or reasoning.
Definitions
- The Cambridge Dictionary defines "figure out" as to find the answer to a problem or puzzle, or to understand something that is not immediately clear.
- The Oxford Dictionary states that "figure out" means to discover or understand something by thinking or guessing.
Example Uses
- I spent all night trying to figure out the math problem, but I finally got it.
- She couldn't figure out how to use the new software, so she asked for help.
- They tried to figure out the mystery of the missing treasure, but it remained unsolved.
- It took me a while to figure out the plot of the movie, but it was worth it in the end.
- The detective was trying to figure out the clues to solve the crime.