figure out
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Five months later, I’m still trying to figure out how I was so wrong.
From Slate • Apr. 13, 2026
Rooney said they must figure out a way to win to help boost their confidence.
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026
One man, Walter Hunt, was the first to figure out how to make the work less onerous.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026
Just think about all the questions for Customs and Border Protection to figure out about tariff refunds.
From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026
Yesterday evening as I helped her with chores and the boys, I’d tried to figure out how to frame it.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
![]()