as in explaining
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 demystifying
The Civics Series is a three-part series to promote and increase civic knowledge and engagement through resource sharing and demystifying local government.
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News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 June 2026
The whole thing lends itself more to a conspirator’s corkboard than to a demystifying summary.
—Jonathan Odden, Artforum, 2 June 2026
Andrews has gone viral multiple times for demystifying how ballroom dancers get ready, and, more specifically, unready.
—Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 12 Apr. 2026
But Kidd Eynon hopes bringing people to the factory and demystifying the production process will help raise awareness of its gear and inspire those who ski locally to also shop locally.
—Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 27 Mar. 2026
Humble but strong, philosophical but pragmatic, Kingsley's interpretation of the leader manages to balance both his spirituality and shrewdness, simultaneously demystifying an icon while also adding another layer to the legend.
—Devan Coggan, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Mar. 2026
Jim Putnam is a plant expert for Southern Living® Plant Collection and host of HortTube, a YouTube gardening channel dedicated to demystifying gardening for the Do-It-Yourselfer.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 14 Feb. 2026
Noah Whiteman, a professor of molecular and cell biology at UC Berkeley, hailed the paper for demystifying a symbiotic relationship that has captivated scientists.
—Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 10 Feb. 2026
For 16 minutes, Kirk deconstructed these and other conspiracy theories, patiently demystifying complex aspects of Judaism such as the Talmud and the biblical Noahide Laws before attempting to explain his fundamental disagreement.
—Yair Rosenberg, The Atlantic, 4 Feb. 2026
News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 June 2026
The whole thing lends itself more to a conspirator’s corkboard than to a demystifying summary.
—Jonathan Odden, Artforum, 2 June 2026
Andrews has gone viral multiple times for demystifying how ballroom dancers get ready, and, more specifically, unready.
—Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 12 Apr. 2026
But Kidd Eynon hopes bringing people to the factory and demystifying the production process will help raise awareness of its gear and inspire those who ski locally to also shop locally.
—Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 27 Mar. 2026
Humble but strong, philosophical but pragmatic, Kingsley's interpretation of the leader manages to balance both his spirituality and shrewdness, simultaneously demystifying an icon while also adding another layer to the legend.
—Devan Coggan, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Mar. 2026
Jim Putnam is a plant expert for Southern Living® Plant Collection and host of HortTube, a YouTube gardening channel dedicated to demystifying gardening for the Do-It-Yourselfer.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 14 Feb. 2026
Noah Whiteman, a professor of molecular and cell biology at UC Berkeley, hailed the paper for demystifying a symbiotic relationship that has captivated scientists.
—Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 10 Feb. 2026
For 16 minutes, Kirk deconstructed these and other conspiracy theories, patiently demystifying complex aspects of Judaism such as the Talmud and the biblical Noahide Laws before attempting to explain his fundamental disagreement.
—Yair Rosenberg, The Atlantic, 4 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for demystifying
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Alsace spent centuries moving between French and German rule — explaining why this indisputably French cake so closely resembles similar treats from across the Germanic world.—
CNN.com Wire Service,
Mercury News,
10 June 2026
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In explaining his vote to deny the batch plant, Flores cited its proximity to homes and Esperanza Elementary School.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 June 2026
Verb
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Also within 60 days, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau must consider clarifying that potential deportation or loss of wages may be relevant factors when evaluating a borrower’s ability to repay.—
Virginia La Torre Jeker,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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Perez, however, has avoided clarifying the situation in public appearances in recent weeks.—
Mario Cortegana,
New York Times,
1 June 2026
Verb
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The second prototype was a wearable bracelet that changed color by circulating fluid through adaptive materials, illustrating how the technology could be used in smart clothing or responsive displays that alter their appearance on demand.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
12 June 2026
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Melliti’s performance is one of silent suffering, illustrating Fatima’s deference to her family.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2026
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After receiving a firing order, the vehicles maneuvered into position and launched their rockets with bright flashes within three minutes, demonstrating their mobility.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
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Those films revolutionized the way that Hollywood does business — demonstrating that movies could sell T-shirts and toys as well as tickets.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
9 June 2026
Verb
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O’Neill push the narrative that BP’s downsizing and simplifying efforts won’t slow down in the absence of Manifold, who was previously brought on to help enact internal changes.—
Jordan Blum,
Fortune,
9 June 2026
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The design would also involve just one large mezzanine level, simplifying navigation in a station that has become renowned as a labyrinth.—
Evan Simko-Bednarski,
New York Daily News,
8 June 2026
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“Demystifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/demystifying. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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