How to Use "Resolve" with Example Sentences

resolve (v): to settle a problem or disagreement

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Used with verbs:

"We tried to resolve the problem."
(tried to, be + unable to, be + able to)

"We failed to resolve the dispute."
(failed to, need to)

Used with nouns:

"We resolved the conflict."
(conflict, disagreement, dispute, matter, problem, issue, difference)

Used with adverbs:

"The conflict was peacefully resolved."
(peacefully, fully, successfully, completely, quickly, easily, immediately, soon, eventually, finally)

Used with prepositions:

"The problem was resolved by the intervention of our pastors."
(by, through)

"The dispute was resolved with police intervention."
(with)

"We resolved the issue in court."
(in)