as in unfolding
to gradually become clearer or more detailed
as mankind's understanding of the universe has elaborated
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Recent Examples of elaborating
Iranian state media, relying on foreign reporting, acknowledged the crash, without elaborating.
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CBS News, 9 June 2026
Iranian state television reported the sound of explosions heard in Isfahan, Karaj, Tabriz and Tehran, without immediately elaborating.
—Jon Gambrell, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
Iranian state television reported the sound of explosions being heard in Isfahan, Karaj, Tabriz and Tehran, without immediately elaborating.
—Jon Gambrell, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2026
Her dreams of becoming a writer are transmuted into elaborating an online persona, providing her with a creative outlet.
—Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 28 May 2026
Its blockbuster Art Deco-at-100 show wrapped its run last month and attracted more than 500,000 visitors, while its Iris Van Herpen retrospective recently alighted at the Brooklyn Museum, further elaborating on centuries of Franco-American friendship and cultural exchange.
—Miles Socha, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
In some races, members of the Opinion team wrote separate commentaries about the races elaborating on their thoughts about the candidates.
—The Editorial Board, Daily News, 23 May 2026
There were another three drones that targeted the country over the last two days, the Defense Ministry added, without elaborating on their targets.
—ABC News, 19 May 2026
Iran will implement effective and professional monitoring and control mechanisms in the Strait of Hormuz within the framework of international law, Pezeshkian said without elaborating.
—Skylar Woodhouse, Fortune, 16 May 2026
CBS News, 9 June 2026
Iranian state television reported the sound of explosions heard in Isfahan, Karaj, Tabriz and Tehran, without immediately elaborating.
—Jon Gambrell, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
Iranian state television reported the sound of explosions being heard in Isfahan, Karaj, Tabriz and Tehran, without immediately elaborating.
—Jon Gambrell, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2026
Her dreams of becoming a writer are transmuted into elaborating an online persona, providing her with a creative outlet.
—Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 28 May 2026
Its blockbuster Art Deco-at-100 show wrapped its run last month and attracted more than 500,000 visitors, while its Iris Van Herpen retrospective recently alighted at the Brooklyn Museum, further elaborating on centuries of Franco-American friendship and cultural exchange.
—Miles Socha, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
In some races, members of the Opinion team wrote separate commentaries about the races elaborating on their thoughts about the candidates.
—The Editorial Board, Daily News, 23 May 2026
There were another three drones that targeted the country over the last two days, the Defense Ministry added, without elaborating on their targets.
—ABC News, 19 May 2026
Iran will implement effective and professional monitoring and control mechanisms in the Strait of Hormuz within the framework of international law, Pezeshkian said without elaborating.
—Skylar Woodhouse, Fortune, 16 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for elaborating
Verb
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It can’t really even be argued that this is a game unfolding between two adults.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
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The Aftermath will air July 16 and will feature three conversations to cover the unfolding scandal since the reunion taping.—
Jackie Strause,
HollywoodReporter,
10 June 2026
Verb
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With a home base in SoHo– an ever-evolving art-world with galleries, studios, and museums, hip metropolitan green spaces such as the High Line, Washington and Union Squares, and designer shops and hubs are all at your fingertips.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 June 2026
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The company’s expansion comes amid an evolving media landscape, where creators, entertainers, athletes, comedians and experts are building businesses across content, brand partnerships, live experiences, intellectual property and traditional media.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
10 June 2026
Verb
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City officials are developing a long-term plan to modernize the Elk Grove Auto Mall, an economic driver for the city that generates about one-third of its sales tax revenue, as officials prepare for changes in the automotive industry.—
Camryn Dadey,
Sacbee.com,
11 June 2026
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Deadline has learned that the streamer is developing Hit Man, a series inspired by the 2024 AGC Studios feature that was co-written, produced and headlined by Glen Powell and co-written, directed and produced by Richard Linklater.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
11 June 2026
Verb
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Early signs such as fever or weakness can resemble other viruses, before progressing to diarrhea and vomiting.—
Jane Weaver,
NBC news,
29 May 2026
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The device provides physicians the ability to remotely listen to lung sounds and rapidly assess if a child’s asthma symptoms are progressing, so that escalation in care pathways can be determined.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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“Elaborating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elaborating. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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