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
Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 13 Mar. 2026
However, that kind of financially freewheeling behavior has placed the Dolphins in their present cap hell, dwelling in an accounting mess the franchise will spend the next season pinching pennies for, forced to navigate their way out of.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 12 Mar. 2026
Tristan Bove, Fortune, 6 Mar. 2026
The big lefty faced one batter and allowed a hard single off the wall to Paul DeJong, who later came around to score as well, accounting for the third run against Crochet.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 4 Mar. 2026
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Noun
Most recently, Nam served as CFO and chief accounting officer of FTAI Aviation Ltd.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 13 Mar. 2026
However, that kind of financially freewheeling behavior has placed the Dolphins in their present cap hell, dwelling in an accounting mess the franchise will spend the next season pinching pennies for, forced to navigate their way out of.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 12 Mar. 2026
Verb
Qatari exports are a massive part of that mix, especially LNG, with the country, around the size of Connecticut, accounting for around 19% of global LNG supply.
—Tristan Bove, Fortune, 6 Mar. 2026
The big lefty faced one batter and allowed a hard single off the wall to Paul DeJong, who later came around to score as well, accounting for the third run against Crochet.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 4 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accounting
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Eric Musselman sat behind a microphone at the bitter end of a bitter regular season for USC, armed only with the same explanations for how a once-hopeful season could come so undone.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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Some of the specific explanations the CIA had used were just crazy.—
Scott Pelley,
CBS News,
8 Mar. 2026
Verb
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In an effort to allay whipsawing energy markets, Western powers are considering an International Energy Agency proposal for the largest-ever release of oil reserves.—
Prashant Rao,
semafor.com,
11 Mar. 2026
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As a result, Chandra is good for a lot of things, but its limitations matter when considering those big questions above.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
11 Mar. 2026
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The reasons for this are manifold, but include the fact that the Academy’s directors’ branch, which decides on the nominations, is still predominantly male, and has historically overlooked the work of women.—
Radhika Seth,
Vogue,
11 Mar. 2026
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Mansfield Summit Coach Emund Pritchett said the program lost 7 players from last year’s team for various reasons, but some could’ve been back.—
Cody Thorn,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The community has experienced decades of disinvestment and broken promises regarding urban renewal projects and safety improvements.—
Cameron Knight,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Mar. 2026
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Back in January, Brooklyn shared a lengthy statement regarding his relationship with his family.—
Meg Walters,
InStyle,
7 Mar. 2026
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Officials were still counting the votes Sunday and final results were expected later in the week.—
Binaj Gurubacharya,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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Her next step is to get the album ready and start rehearsing major shows in Spain, where fans have been counting down.—
Julyssa Lopez,
Rolling Stone,
7 Mar. 2026
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While the technology has the potential to radically transform society, with some leaders viewing it as a cure-all that could boost productivity, bolster innovation, and even cure cancer, the very scale of that transformation has also made many Americans wary of its potential.—
Jake Angelo,
Fortune,
9 Mar. 2026
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Throughout a media viewing period that lasted approximately 35 minutes, Manning didn’t do much — if anything — besides encourage his teammates.—
David Eckert,
Austin American Statesman,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The guys were joking around, calling coach my dad and stuff like that.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
8 Mar. 2026
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The Lebanese government has also taken steps to distance itself from Hezbollah, including issuing arrest warrants for members behind the strikes into Israel and calling for the dismantling of Hezbollah's military wing.—
Juliana Kim,
NPR,
7 Mar. 2026
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“Accounting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accounting. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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