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a statement that makes something clear
after that clarification, I find I actually agree with you
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Recent Examples of clarifications
Supporters and committee members asked for clarifications on language in the bill, but mainly expressed admiration for LoPresto.
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Jennifer Mayerle, CBS News, 25 Feb. 2026
As the backlash against Fanatics picked up steam, the Red Sox deleted its original statement from X and posted multiple clarifications.
—A.j. Perez, Los Angeles Times, 22 Feb. 2026
The group has been advocating for such clarifications to be included in trade agreements with other Latin American nations, too.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 11 Feb. 2026
In many cases, once these clarifications are made, families have no further involvement.
—Kaitlyn Gomez, USA Today, 15 Jan. 2026
Notice 2026-05 represents an early stage of implementation; as the rules evolve, further clarifications and potential adjustments are likely.
—Associate News Editor, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2025
In her new Substack published Friday, Charli begins with a few clarifications.
—Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 21 Nov. 2025
Losch said five lawyers would give five different interpretations of the same phrasing, but said the department has heard the concerns and is looking into clarifications as needed.
—Darcie Moran, Freep.com, 14 Nov. 2025
According to The Daily Telegraph, which first revealed the existence of the report, over the past two years BBC Arabic has had to make 215 corrections and clarifications to its reporting of the Israel-Gaza war, amounting to approximately two corrections a week.
—K.j. Yossman, Variety, 12 Nov. 2025
Jennifer Mayerle, CBS News, 25 Feb. 2026
As the backlash against Fanatics picked up steam, the Red Sox deleted its original statement from X and posted multiple clarifications.
—A.j. Perez, Los Angeles Times, 22 Feb. 2026
The group has been advocating for such clarifications to be included in trade agreements with other Latin American nations, too.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 11 Feb. 2026
In many cases, once these clarifications are made, families have no further involvement.
—Kaitlyn Gomez, USA Today, 15 Jan. 2026
Notice 2026-05 represents an early stage of implementation; as the rules evolve, further clarifications and potential adjustments are likely.
—Associate News Editor, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2025
In her new Substack published Friday, Charli begins with a few clarifications.
—Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 21 Nov. 2025
Losch said five lawyers would give five different interpretations of the same phrasing, but said the department has heard the concerns and is looking into clarifications as needed.
—Darcie Moran, Freep.com, 14 Nov. 2025
According to The Daily Telegraph, which first revealed the existence of the report, over the past two years BBC Arabic has had to make 215 corrections and clarifications to its reporting of the Israel-Gaza war, amounting to approximately two corrections a week.
—K.j. Yossman, Variety, 12 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for clarifications
Noun
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Before scientific explanations, that kind of radical change demanded interpretation.—
Alan Bradley,
Space.com,
2 Mar. 2026
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Many of these explanations are based on false premises; some already seem to have been abandoned.—
Susan B. Glasser,
New Yorker,
2 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Ahead, discover 28 elegant interpretations of old money blonde to inspire your next salon appointment.—
Calin Van Paris,
InStyle,
3 Mar. 2026
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Our city leaders must ensure that development remains impartial and grounded in the law, rather than being determined by subjective interpretations behind closed doors.—
Naperville Sun,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Mar. 2026
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“Clarifications.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clarifications. Accessed 7 Mar. 2026.
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