elaborations

noun

plural of elaboration
1
as in evolutions
the act or process of going from the simple or basic to the complex or advanced the elaboration of the Internet from an exclusive computer network into a worldwide communications network of colossal proportions

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2
as in exaggerations
the representation of something in terms that go beyond the facts the eyewitness was deemed unreliable because of his obvious elaboration of what he had actually seen

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Recent Examples of elaborations In ‘Air Ride’, the narrator’s—and apparent interlocutor’s—consistent silence emphasises the erratic nature of Sepp’s elaborations on beauty, music, frocks and landscape. — Literary Hub, 11 Aug. 2026 Far from settling the debate, Thursday’s elaborations are likely to only further stoke the controversy. — Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 7 May 2026 As members of Gen X and Millennials became parents, the general trend of having more money and time for children continued, resulting in elaborations of the concept of helicopter parenting. — Eric Wood, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for elaborations
  1. evolutions
  2. exaggerations
  3. developments
  4. caricatures
  5. progressions
  6. embroideries
  7. progresses
  8. enhancements
Noun
  • The characters Alex and Cole underwent their own evolutions as love interests.
    — Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Flanz has the unique distinction of being part of the show’s staff for over 28 years and having seen the many evolutions — on the show, in entertainment and in the culture — that have influenced the series’ direction.
    — Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 21 July 2026
Definition of evolutions
Noun
  • Distracting from real issues These conspiracy theories are more than exaggerations for a broader audience.
    — Aaron Coy Moulton, The Conversation, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Art to me is a way to find beauty behind the lies and exaggerations.
    — Rob Salkowitz, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
Definition of exaggerations
Noun
  • So, what is a good 1-year CD account interest rate actually considered to be now, amid recent developments?
    — Matt Richardson, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026
  • The developments have provided a fresh boost to Korean chipmakers, whose fortunes are closely tied to demand for the memory chips used in AI infrastructure.
    — Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of developments
Noun
  • For Yard Act’s 2022 debut, The Overload, the quartet chiseled flamboyant caricatures of British life and portrayed their flawed country with an abrasive, punishing tone.
    — Victoria Borlando, Pitchfork, 24 July 2026
  • Modern aerospace power bears little resemblance to those caricatures.
    — David A. Deptula, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
Definition of caricatures
Noun
  • The first-year skipper said that both Hurston Waldrep and Spencer Strider will begin throwing progressions this week.
    — Chad Bishop, AJC.com, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Rooker underwent surgery on July 17, while Clarke and Severino are in the middle of recovery progressions.
    — Sean Campbell, Sacbee.com, 27 July 2026
Definition of progressions
Noun
  • Her scrolled embroideries have since been described as tirades, rants, and screeds—no horses or cables, just the language pummeling the eye.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Her own granddaughter's baptism dress included embroideries copied from that dress.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 30 June 2026
Definition of embroideries
Noun
  • Construction timelines, leasing details, and tenant announcements will be released as planning progresses.
    — Doug Myers, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Maybe that approach changes as camp progresses, and the edge rushers become more involved.
    — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
Definition of progresses
Noun
  • The lawsuit accuses Apple of touting new AI technology, including Siri enhancements, while advertising the iPhone 16 at the time; however, the device did not contain the features when it was released, according to court filings.
    — Greta Cross, USA Today, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Gameplay enhancements include deeper pre-snap options, smarter defenders, and an optional Catch Meter.
    — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of enhancements

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