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elucidations

noun

plural of elucidation

as in explanations

a statement that makes something clear the candidate issued what were supposed to be elucidations of his earlier statements, but they did little to quell the controversy

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Recent Examples of elucidations These elucidations are not only fascinating, but wholly original as far as rock star memoirs go. — Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 30 July 2026

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Own the outcome immediately, fix the problem publicly and leave the defensive explanations out of it.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026
Public libraries offer free SHSAT books with instructions, explanations, and complete sample tests, along with free online tutoring.

— Wai Wah Chin, Washington Post, 25 Sep. 2026

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Four 19th-century English vitrines each showcased a different story from the new collection, emphasizing Italian craft through materials, colors and techniques — and the unique interpretations of the Mosaico.

— Katie Abel, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026
Throughout the rooms, the art was commissioned to bring in local artists and their interpretations of the landscape.

— Heather Bien, Southern Living, 26 Sep. 2026

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The influence of his illustrations, character designs, performances, and artistic vision can still be felt throughout Gwar today.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 28 Sep. 2026
The Fifth Avenue windows set the tone before guests even stepped inside, with stacks of books wrapped in jackets printed with patterns from the collection, alongside illustrations inspired by the same prints.

— Donna Kim, Vogue, 27 Sep. 2026

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