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
Chabad challah bakes finally demystified the process.
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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
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 co-founder of Jason Hyde Jewelry, Deborah Singer explained, people are often surprised to learn that each piece begins as plastic pulled from the ocean, transformed through upcycling.—
Najahe Sherman,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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The client, Mukherjee explained, was in the midst of a life-threatening medical crisis.—
Sarah Stillman,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Lil Tjay, whose real name is Tione Jayden Merritt, was released from custody on bond, and his attorney has clarified that he was not charged in connection with the shooting.—
Dan Raby,
CBS News,
13 Apr. 2026
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Lopez clarified on Friday that the agency had informed Cal Fire on how to obtain search warrants with the county, but then backed away.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
11 Apr. 2026
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City’s second goal, which in effect ended the game, illustrated both.—
Andy Jones,
New York Times,
7 Apr. 2026
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An even bigger difference in Mitski’s live show this time around is the sheer amount of film footage put up on screen behind her and the band, all of it chosen with some apparent thought toward the song being illustrated.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
6 Apr. 2026
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Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has demonstrated its ability to disrupt shipping, delay cargoes, and dictate transit conditions.—
Amena Bakr,
semafor.com,
13 Apr. 2026
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Of the pans containing stainless steel, only the Mauviel M’150 demonstrated a level of responsiveness noticeably greater than the All-Clad D3.—
Wilder Davies,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
13 Apr. 2026
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Unlike traditional state messaging, the videos blend humor, internet-savvy cultural references, and simplified storytelling to resonate with American audiences, even incorporating memes and English-language rap.—
Sharon Goldman,
Fortune,
9 Apr. 2026
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The black lacquer dial, which nods to the film’s noir aesthetic, has been simplified, with only a few references to Don Corleone.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
8 Apr. 2026
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