as in explains
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 demystifies
Join us as Regina demystifies the journey to holistic health, emphasizing the significance of faith and the fostering of genuine connections.
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Zac Ntim, Deadline, 6 Oct. 2025
Zac Ntim, Deadline, 6 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for demystifies
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Guthrie explains experiences like this taught her faith is forged, not in moments of ease or happiness, but in the lowest points of adversity.—
Chelsea Bailey,
CNN Money,
7 Feb. 2026
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Whitwam explains that Catalina mule deer hunting was traditionally reserved for island residents and their guests, or hunters who were willing to book with a local guide.—
Kris Millgate,
Outdoor Life,
6 Feb. 2026
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At the video's end, the man clarifies that the cold-blooded iguanas are not dead, but rather in brumation — reptiles' version of hibernation.—
Rachel Raposas,
PEOPLE,
3 Feb. 2026
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The bill amends the Nebraska Medical Cannabis Patient Protection Act and the Medical Cannabis Regulation Act, harmonizes tax and enforcement provisions, and clarifies how cannabis will be treated across state codes.—
Alonzo Martinez,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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The situation illustrates how decades after the devastating 1990s wars in the former Yugoslavia, the region lags behind the rest of Europe both economically and with regard to environmental protection.—
Eldar Emric,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Feb. 2026
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Altman’s frustration perfectly illustrates how AI companies have driven themselves into a corner.—
Victor Tangermann,
Futurism,
5 Feb. 2026
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And this creative team, which also includes veteran Broadway director Alex Timbers, demonstrates enough love for the source material to earn the benefit of the doubt.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
3 Feb. 2026
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This study demonstrates that low-frequency radio data can offer an indirect solution.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
1 Feb. 2026
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These vehicle types often operate from centralized locations, which simplifies the logistical requirements for hydrogen refueling.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Feb. 2026
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The Nigerian government rejected the claim, and analysts say the claim simplifies a very complicated crisis that targets people regardless of their faiths.—
Pelumi Salako,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Feb. 2026
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