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explained 1 of 2

adjective

as in confirmed

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verb

past tense of explain

as in clarified

to make plain or understandable a pamphlet that explains the medical procedure in language that any layperson can understand

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as in justified

to give the reason for or cause of can you explain your very odd behavior at the wedding reception?

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Recent Examples of explained

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Hall explained that his family had made it onto their new land but still needed a few materials to get things working properly. — Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2026 Redick explained why both Bronny James and Cameron Carr were assigned to the Coachella Valley Lakers. — Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 7 Nov. 2026 Seward explained to us there’s actually some thought behind the lack of initial bite. — Kevin Fanady, New Atlas, 6 Nov. 2026 The unique species must have evolved in the context of intense competition, explained Paul Banko, a study co-author and former researcher at the USGS Pacific Island Ecosystems Research Center in Hawaii. — Margherita Bassi, Popular Science, 5 Nov. 2026 In a press statement, Reaper explained he was inspired to toy with other genres following the release of his 2024 EP, Scorched Earth. — Kiana Mickles, Pitchfork, 5 Nov. 2026 On Thursday's earnings call, CEO Michael Hsu explained that Europe and India are two markets where Kenvue has a stronger presence and distribution network than Kimberly-Clark. — Jeff Marks,kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2026 Jane lived in the village of Broughton and explained that measles had spread through the children around her earlier that year. — Jim Downs, STAT, 30 Oct. 2026 Ng explained that Hong Kong faces pressure through its exposure to Chinese companies and selling by mainland investors. — John Liu, CNN Money, 30 Oct. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for explained

Adjective

But there's no confirmed international launch either, so I wouldn't get carried away just yet.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 22 Oct. 2026
The confirmed case inside an elementary school has some Harford County residents concerned about the presence of wildlife in the community.

— Ashley Paul, CBS News, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of confirmed

Verb

Other than that, there weren’t any wins or losses that justified movement from around the area.

— Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Nov. 2026
For student Lucas Petit, who identifies with the far left, the debate goes beyond whether violence is justified.

— Saskya Vandoorne, CNN Money, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of justified

Adjective

However, some executives remain determined to maintain a physical presence, believing that showing up during a crisis could give them a competitive advantage.

— Melissa Hancock, Fortune, 4 Nov. 2026
That person was later determined to be dead, according to Nowels.

— Nadine El-Bawab, ABC News, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of determined

Verb

Indeed, this is perhaps best illustrated by the Alta Moda line of Dolce & Gabbana, which has featured intricate beading, delicate lace, sculptural drapery, complicated basketry, and lush floral appliqués.

— Alicja Zelazko, Encyclopedia Britannica, 6 Nov. 2026
Alphatart’s web novel first appeared in 2018, and the webtoon, illustrated by Sumpul, published its final chapter in January.

— Ophélie Surcouf, Variety, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of illustrated

Verb

The breakdown Hugo Boss attributed the 5% sales decline to its ongoing Claim 5 Touchdown turnaround plan.

— Joe Bobowicz, Vogue, 3 Nov. 2026
Frantic crypto investors are pulling their money out of Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, following a $6 billion cyberattack that the FBI attributed to North Korea.

— Julia Black, Vanity Fair, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of attributed

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The cells demonstrated reversible fluorination and defluorination, the processes through which fluoride ions move into and out of electrode materials during charging and discharging.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2026
And members of both parties were taking stock of the deep reach Democrats demonstrated Tuesday, with Senate, House and state legislative seats flipped in red strongholds that have not been up for grabs in a presidential race in years.

— Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2026