as in explained
to make plain or understandable
a wine book that does a lot to demystify the subject for the casual drinker who just wants a good bottle for dinner
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Recent Examples of demystified
Goodman, with her friendly, approachable writing style, demystified what had previously been a wonky, mathematical discipline, allowing even casual readers to feel a newfound connection with the tides of the universe.
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Rachel Syme, New Yorker, 1 June 2026
Chabad challah bakes finally demystified the process.
—Risa Polansky Shiman, Sun Sentinel, 8 Apr. 2026
And the artist Paul Chan demystified calculus.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 19 Mar. 2026
Just as early Internet adopters demystified that technology, these innovators excel at turning complex AI into practical tools, empowering companies, communities and individuals to adapt and thrive.
—Michael Ashley, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
Alec Treffers, whose Instagram account focuses on motherhood, healthy food and fitness, demystified what goes into creating multiple posts a day while parenting her two young children.
—Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Aug. 2025
Rachel Syme, New Yorker, 1 June 2026
Chabad challah bakes finally demystified the process.
—Risa Polansky Shiman, Sun Sentinel, 8 Apr. 2026
And the artist Paul Chan demystified calculus.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 19 Mar. 2026
Just as early Internet adopters demystified that technology, these innovators excel at turning complex AI into practical tools, empowering companies, communities and individuals to adapt and thrive.
—Michael Ashley, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
Alec Treffers, whose Instagram account focuses on motherhood, healthy food and fitness, demystified what goes into creating multiple posts a day while parenting her two young children.
—Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for demystified
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As Kristic explained, during the speculative post-Covid market, many galleries failed to consider the longer-term repercussions of raising the prices of ultra-contemporary works.—
Devorah Lauter,
ARTnews.com,
15 June 2026
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Brandsema explained that humans are born with one pool of motor neurons for life, and SMA slowly robs individuals of their motor neurons over time, leaving them with difficulty walking or running, holding up their heads, or even swallowing food and liquid safely.—
Ciara McCarthy
June 15,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 June 2026
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Auditors highlighted that the new office had clarified which information applicants needed for their requests.—
Elliott Wenzler,
Denver Post,
15 June 2026
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Following practice, a Panthers spokesperson clarified that the team expects McMillan to be ready for training camp in July.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 June 2026
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One of my favorites is Suzuki Beane (1961) written by Sandra Scoppettone and illustrated by Louise Fitzhugh, a parody of Eloise at the Plaza Hotel.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
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Gambling can also be a health risk, as illustrated through Sorsby receiving treatment for gambling addiction, and lead to financial problems for gamblers.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
9 June 2026
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Meanwhile, in a rare overseas exhibition, one of China’s largest defense contractors demonstrated its drone manufacturing process, in a potential play for Middle Eastern buyers, SCMP reported.—
Brendan Ruberry,
semafor.com,
15 June 2026
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Pan Yuying, MiniMax Multimodal’s head of video content, demonstrated additional capabilities including document generation across multiple file formats.—
Jenny S. Li,
Variety,
15 June 2026
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The process for stealing goods is simplified for thieves, thanks to modern internet tools and artificial intelligence.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
8 Dec. 2025
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The edges of the shoes, bra, and holds had been simplified.—
Sam MacIlwaine,
Outside,
3 Dec. 2025
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