as in explanations
a statement that makes something clear
any explication of Einstein's theory of relativity probably wouldn't help me much
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Noun
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The members of Queen never discussed their lyrics with one another, and Mercury was hardly eager to offer explanations.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
24 Sep. 2025 -
The book is peppered with familiar stump speech lines from Harris, along with explanations about her decision to become a prosecutor and lessons from her mother.—
Deepa Shivaram,
NPR,
23 Sep. 2025
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Scholarly interpretations abound as to what Apepi was trying to achieve.—
Vanessa Taylor,
Big Think,
25 Sep. 2025
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The artists were challenged to create their own interpretations of time.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
25 Sep. 2025
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Released on September 2 through Little Bee Books/Simon & Schuster in partnership with the Sam Cooke Estate and ABKCO Music & Records, A Change Is Gonna Come pairs the legendary lyrics with sweeping illustrations from acclaimed artist Nikkolas Smith.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
24 Sep. 2025
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Aniston released her debut children’s book, Clydeo Takes a Bite Out of Life, with illustrations by Bruno Jacob, in October 2024 as the first in a four-book deal between the actress, HarperCollins and Invisible Universe.—
Sabrina Weiss,
PEOPLE,
23 Sep. 2025
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“Explications.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/explications. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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