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fix the problem

[/fɪks ðə ˈprɑbləm/]
verb phrase
resolver o problema
1. to find a solution to or repair something that is broken, damaged, or not working correctly
We need to fix the problem before the deadline.
Precisamos resolver o problema antes do prazo.
2. to address and correct an issue or difficulty
The team worked together to fix the problem quickly.
A equipe trabalhou junto para resolver o problema rapidamente.
NYC Slang
fix it up / handle the issue
Synonyms
solve the problemresolve the issueaddress the problemcorrect the issuerepair the issuefind a solution
Antonyms
create the problemcause the problemignore the problemworsen the problem

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resolver o problema
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
consertar o problema / arrumar o problema
Colloquial alternative
São Paulo
resolver o problema
Standard usage
Portugal
resolver o problema / corrigir o problema
European Portuguese preference

Related Idioms & Phrases

fix the mess
put things right
iron out the wrinkles
straighten things out
get to the root of the problem
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