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In reading class, we learned what puzzle means.
What does Puzzle mean?
something you solve by thinking.
Dictionary definition
A problem or question that takes thinking to solve.
Example sentences
Puzzle in a sentence
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Our group used puzzle while discussing clues in a mystery passage.
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The writing prompt showed how puzzle helps readers connect details and reach a clear idea.
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Answer three quick questions about its meaning and related words.
Question 1 of 3
Practice 1
What does puzzle mean?
Puzzle means something you solve by thinking.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses puzzle correctly?
The correct sentence uses puzzle in a way that matches its meaning.
Practice 3
Which word is closest in meaning to puzzle?
Riddle is close in meaning to puzzle.
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Partnoun.
MeaningPuzzle means something you solve by thinking.
ExampleExample: In reading class, we learned what puzzle means.
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Want to practice puzzle synonyms in context? Try a Synonym Search question like "The easy puzzle took one minute," then compare close word choices. Practice puzzle synonyms.
Word family
Puzzle word family
Base word
puzzle
noun
puzzles
Plural form.
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Hint for students
something you solve by thinking.
Common mix-up
Puzzle is not the same as answer. Puzzle means something you solve by thinking.
Try it in class or at home
Read this model sentence: Our group used puzzle while discussing clues in a mystery passage. Clue words: group, used, while. Underline clue words that show why puzzle fits instead of answer. Now write one new sentence that shows puzzle without using the word puzzle. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show puzzle?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: "Our group used puzzle while discussing clues in a mystery passage." Why does puzzle fit better than answer?
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