as in interpretive
serving to explain
most editions of Shakespeare's plays now have elucidative footnotes to help the modern reader
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Adjective
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But several metal frames that once held interpretive displays remain bare.—
Eva Andersen,
CBS News,
25 Feb. 2026 -
Blakely’s suggestion that interpretive research might be better suited to the unique threat posed by MAGA is likewise unpersuasive.—
Colin Cepuran,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Every adaptation is its own interpretative argument, including this one, and its success depends on how well the production makes that argument.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
26 Feb. 2026
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There are various interpretative signs and points of interest along the way, including famous Creek Street and both Ketchikan museums.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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In broader terms, the summer of 2023 is quite illustrative.—
George Caulkin,
New York Times,
4 Feb. 2026
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This information including any specific securities mentioned is for educational, entertainment and illustrative purposes only and not a recommendation or solicitation to purchase or sell any individual security.—
David Thomas,
Forbes.com,
20 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Hybrid lanterns that meet the aforementioned criteria are indeed out there, waiting to illuminate your next campsite, glamping trip, picnic, late-night reading session, or simply to add a little illuminative flare to that embarrassingly barren bookshelf in time for the next Zoom meeting.—
J.D. Simkins,
Sunset Magazine,
17 Feb. 2022
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Along the way, Robbins spices his story through illuminative moments and mini-biographies.—
OregonLive.com,
OregonLive.com,
14 Oct. 2017
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“Elucidative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elucidative. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.
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