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resolve the issue

[rɪˈzɒlv ðə ˈɪʃuː]
verb phrase
resolver o problema
1. to find a solution to a problem or difficulty; to settle or conclude a matter
We need to resolve the issue before the deadline.
Precisamos resolver o problema antes do prazo.
2. to determine or decide firmly; to make a definitive choice about something problematic
The manager resolved the issue by implementing a new policy.
O gerente resolveu o problema ao implementar uma nova política.
NYC Slang
handle the beef / squash the beef
Synonyms
solve the problemfix the problemsettle the matteraddress the issueclear up the problemsort out the issuework out the problem
Antonyms
ignore the issuecomplicate the problemexacerbate the issuepostpone the problem

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resolver o problema
most common usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
resolver a questão
alternative phrasing commonly used in business contexts
Rio de Janeiro
resolver o problema
standard usage, same as general Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal
resolver a questão
preferred phrasing in European Portuguese; 'questão' is more formal than 'problema'

Related Idioms & Phrases

iron out the wrinkles
smooth things over
clear the air
put the matter to rest
get to the bottom of
tie up loose ends
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