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How to sign: find the solution to (a problem or question) or understand the meaning of
"did you solve the problem?"; "Work out your problems with the boss"; "this unpleasant situation isn't going to work itself out"; "did you get it?"; "Did you get my meaning?"; "He;

Similiar / Same: solve, figure out, puzzle out, lick, work out

Categories: understand

Within this category: answer, answer, break, guess, riddle, strike

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How to sign: go sour or spoil
"The milk has soured"; "The wine worked"; "The cream has turned--we have to throw it out";

Similiar / Same: sour, ferment, turn

Categories: change state, turn

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How to sign: use or manipulate to one's advantage
"He exploit the new taxation system"; "She knows how to work the system"; "he works his parents for sympathy";

Similiar / Same: exploit

Categories: apply, employ, use, utilise, utilize

Within this category: avail, make hay, play, prey, use