figure out
phrasal verbPhrasal Verbs
Definition
to understand; to solve
Example Usage
"Can you figure out how this works?"
Synonyms
solveunderstand
How to Use "figure out"
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Context Matters
This word is commonly used in most-common contexts, especially in phrasal verbs.
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In Writing
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In Speaking
Incorporate this word naturally in discussions about most-common topics to demonstrate vocabulary mastery.
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