as in explanation
a statement given to explain a belief or act
what accounting can you give for your bizarre actions on the night in question?
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as in considering
to think of in a particular way
account themselves lucky to be alive
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Recent Examples of accounting
Robert Birsel, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
In addition to the technology, sellers will have the option to sell their jet to Aero Ventures within 48 hours, something Whyte says could be attractive for individuals and companies that must complete transactions within a financial accounting period.
—Doug Gollan, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Aug. 2025
That adds up to around a hundred visits (accounting for pickup and drop-off) to the Hisses’ homes on 30th Street and Volta Place in Washington during that period.
—Jeff Kisseloff, Harpers Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
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Noun
Others say that approach risks keeping critical documents under wraps and delays a fuller accounting.
—Robert Birsel, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
In addition to the technology, sellers will have the option to sell their jet to Aero Ventures within 48 hours, something Whyte says could be attractive for individuals and companies that must complete transactions within a financial accounting period.
—Doug Gollan, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Verb
For the 2026-27 season, the two ships are expected to make 60 calls in San Diego, accounting for 285,000 passengers.
—Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Aug. 2025
That adds up to around a hundred visits (accounting for pickup and drop-off) to the Hisses’ homes on 30th Street and Volta Place in Washington during that period.
—Jeff Kisseloff, Harpers Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accounting
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One possible explanation involves the body’s circadian rhythm (or 24-hour clock), which plays a role in bone health, Lane said.—
Simon Spichak,
Health,
3 Sep. 2025
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The anger evokes town hall meetings, school board meetings, library meetings, any gathering where people are trying to figure out what is going on in the world right now, without any sufficient explanation.—
Bill Goodykoontz,
AZCentral.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Louisville Metro Council is considering an ordinance to define and regulate new types of homeless shelters that council members hope will help expand shelter access during periods of extreme weather.—
Killian Baarlaer,
The Courier-Journal,
3 Sep. 2025
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In New York City, the city council is considering a bill that would end the city’s longstanding daylighting exemption.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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Whatever the reason behind the tradition may be, Swift and Mahomes were all smiles in the Dirty 30 photo as the WAGS prepare to head into football season together and cheer on the Kansas City Chiefs.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
5 Sep. 2025
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For those reasons and more, Rohl’s signing on a season-long loan, with a €20million obligation provided Everton avoid relegation, is intriguing.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The school notified Phoenix police about concerns regarding Rebekah's welfare earlier this year after a school resource officer visiting her home saw the girl with a black eye and reached out to DCS, Holman said.—
Jose R. Gonzalez,
AZCentral.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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In early July, Oak Creek City Administrator Andrew Vickers told the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel the city’s timeline for Buc-ee’s hit a different speed bump regarding a traffic analysis.—
Erik S. Hanley,
jsonline.com,
28 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The boy had a wad of cash in his hand, which De Jager accepted without counting, still stunned.—
Jordan Greene,
People.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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With the calendar officially flipped to August, the Miami Herald is counting down 30 of the most important players on the Hurricanes’ roster, one per day leading up to the season opener, to provide a closer look at the team heading into coach Mario Cristobal’s fourth season.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
28 Aug. 2025
Verb
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In addition, residents can check wave height predictions by viewing the NWS Great Lakes Portal, which updates wave heights, wind gusts and air temperature forecasts.—
Sarah Moore,
Freep.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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Tricky viewing in Europe From much of Europe, the total lunar eclipse will already be underway at moonrise.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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Tesla's board has urged shareholders to vote against a proposal calling for a political neutrality policy, which would have expanded board oversight of Musk's political activities.—
Akash Sriram,
USA Today,
5 Sep. 2025
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Her followers, and those who had followed the trending hashtag #SaveMarinaJoyce, ended up calling the Metropolitan Police to rescue her.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Accounting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accounting. Accessed 7 Sep. 2025.
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