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as in interpretation
a statement that makes something clear
an explanation of photosynthesis that most museum visitors will be able to understand
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as in reason
a statement given to explain a belief or act
when questioned by authorities, the students were at a loss for an explanation for their senseless vandalism
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Recent Examples of explanation
And her explanation is better corroborated.
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ABC News, 7 June 2026
And the wound is the explanation for everything.
—Lauren Michele Jackson, New Yorker, 7 June 2026
Keep scrolling for more detailed explanations on why.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 6 June 2026
Keep the language concrete and avoid burying the point under explanation.
—Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 June 2026
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ABC News, 7 June 2026
And the wound is the explanation for everything.
—Lauren Michele Jackson, New Yorker, 7 June 2026
Keep scrolling for more detailed explanations on why.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 6 June 2026
Keep the language concrete and avoid burying the point under explanation.
—Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for explanation
Noun
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In correspondence discouraging districts’ diversity programs, the administration has repeatedly cited a broad interpretation of the Supreme Court’s ruling on affirmative action, which prevented colleges and universities from directly considering race in admissions.—
Annie Ma,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
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Microdistiller Jackie Summers’ Sorel Liqueur — a modern interpretation of the Red Drink — adds its rich blend of hibiscus, clove, cinnamon and nutmeg to the Lake Breeze.—
Kate Bradshaw,
Mercury News,
9 June 2026
Noun
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While the dormant transmission line had been long out of use, there are many reasons to keep it from being dismantled, including growth in the region, Dunleavy said.—
Tony Saavedra,
Daily News,
10 June 2026
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However, Wake County Superior Court Judge Bryan Collins dismissed the claims, citing procedural reasons.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
10 June 2026
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But the model for the wrapper’s illustration, Elena Gernias, later sued the chocolate company unsuccessfully seeking financial compensation for the use of her image.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
Footwear News,
4 June 2026
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Pastors normally take hours a week to examine the original language for their text, consult commentaries, develop illustrations and examples, and deliberate about practical applications.—
Christian B. Miller,
The Conversation,
4 June 2026
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On the night of May 4, Marenco went into the woman’s room and the argument started over rent money.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
6 June 2026
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In New Providence, this new-construction villa makes its argument through finish as much as frontage.—
Spencer Elliott,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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There was at least some clarification on Friday on team issues.—
Paul Newman,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
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Instead, most resident outreach has involved people seeking clarification about watering schedules and other rules.—
Nora O'Neill,
Charlotte Observer,
29 May 2026
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Vasana Montgomery, the first person removed from the new season of Love Island USA, issued an apology for using a racial slur in past videos.—
Alejandra Gularte,
Vulture,
4 June 2026
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Mollner’s director’s cut ultimately tested through the roof, prompting then-Miramax CEO Bill Block to offer him final cut as an apology.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
4 June 2026
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The Florida Legislature never undertook a full accounting of the money the state spent fighting the amendments.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
29 May 2026
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Harkins has over 20 years of financial and accounting leadership experience.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
29 May 2026
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Judge Roach included a legal advisory on self-defense justification in the jury’s instructions.—
Amy McDaniel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 June 2026
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The decision to cancel the tournament in New Orleans reportedly had to do with avoiding the summer heat in Louisiana, although that's a tough justification to make given the event had long been on the calendar for June, with LIV officials certainly aware of the heat.—
Mark Harris,
FOXNews.com,
8 June 2026
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“Explanation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/explanation. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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