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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
Venable never actually accused the Tigers of saying the Sox were stealing signs but offered it as a possible explanation for Skubal’s antics.
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Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
20 June 2026
Not an internal review, not a technical explanation, not a paperwork maneuver.
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Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 June 2026
The injury explanation has already been used.
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Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
19 June 2026
The actress told the Hollywood Reporter that she was not given an explanation for why the streamer declined to renew The Boroughs for season 2.
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Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
19 June 2026
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Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
20 June 2026
Not an internal review, not a technical explanation, not a paperwork maneuver.
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Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 June 2026
The injury explanation has already been used.
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Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
19 June 2026
The actress told the Hollywood Reporter that she was not given an explanation for why the streamer declined to renew The Boroughs for season 2.
—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
19 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for explanation
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Host cities, many of whom already feel burned by the scale of costs associated with preparing for the World Cup, have taken a very literal interpretation of the contractual obligations.
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Anything that challenges that interpretation of what ancient history is threatens their identity in terms of their gender and racial identities.
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There are good reasons to do so again, though as contenders acquiring young talent is not a necessity for the Pacers.
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However, Gen Zers also cited reasons for not finding such meaning.
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The sudden closure could have wider implications, as the newfound illustration of the peace deal’s fragility could spook shipping companies into choosing not to traverse the strait until a more definitive end to the fighting.
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The clearest illustration of the role this particular movie has played in McKendrick’s evolution as an artist arrived just hours before our interview.
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Chicago police said that an argument between the victim and another male turned into a fight when the male pulled out a gun and shot the victim.
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The stars aligned, and we — the fans — were transported right into the middle of an argument over balls and strikes between the home plate umpire and A's manager Mark Kotsay.
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The account provides no clarification on what prompted the police response in the neighborhood or when the video was taken.
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The five-in-one cleaning system not only handles your pool’s floor, walls, waterline and surface but also purifies the water with natural clarification technology.
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Offer a practical window, record the task, and protect your break without apology.
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But Carmy is kind of a George Bailey figure in a way, albeit way hotter (apologies to the great Jimmy Stewart) and more damaged.
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However, StyleCaster may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes.
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Engineering, education, business development and accounting and finance also remained reliable sources of fully remote opportunities.
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There's no justification for this.
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There's no doubt that the media played an inordinate role in allowing COVID-19 mandates and restrictions to start, expand, and continue well beyond any reasonable justification.
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“Explanation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/explanation. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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