po3 gaai2破解
Jyutpingpo3 gaai2
Yalepo gáai
Definition
To crack, decipher, or solve a puzzle, mystery, code, or difficult problem.
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How it's used
Used primarily for abstract challenges like codes, mysteries, or complex problems rather than physical objects. It carries a sense of intellectual effort or technical skill required to find a solution. While it can mean to solve a problem, it specifically implies breaking through a barrier or unlocking something that was previously hidden or inaccessible.
Examples
Do you know how to crack this password?
He finally solved this difficult problem.
Related words
Common phrases
to crack a password
to solve a difficult problem
Common mistake
Avoid using this for simple tasks like fixing a broken chair or solving a basic math equation, as it implies a level of complexity or secrecy that those situations lack.
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Grammar guides
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