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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
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Smoky paperbark-roasted fish is served with sugarloaf, potatoes and kelp, a theatrical fresh take on a classic campfire supper, while the prawn sandwich is a wonderful interpretation of the Aussie favorite, made with brioche and avocado.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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And what do the fates of these men say about how and through whom the show defines audacity — a word that has two different interpretations and uses?—
Abbey White,
HollywoodReporter,
2 June 2026
Noun
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There’s a good reason that rooms come with binoculars because there is almost too much action to scope.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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That depth was part of the reason the 2001-02 Kings went 61-21 and took the Los Angeles Lakers to seven games in the Western Conference Finals.—
Graham Womack,
Sacbee.com,
2 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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This looks very much like trying to make the facts fit a legal justification for tariffs that has already been decided.—
Paul Wiseman,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2026
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But in early May, a panel of judges at the US Court of International Trade found the administration lacked the justification to enact tariffs.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
3 June 2026
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“Explanation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/explanation. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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