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as in expressed
to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion)
a rambling interview in which the celebrated author expounds his views on an array of topics
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as in explained
to make plain or understandable
at the start of the trial the judge expounded the legal difference between libel and slander to the jury
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Recent Examples of expounded
Rose’s speech at the Igniting the Dream Gala expounded upon her journey to theatrical success and the publication of her 2024 and 2026 children’s books, as well as her own dreams, past and present.
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Eleanor Jacobs, PEOPLE, 15 June 2026
In a recent segment on the Radio-Canada investigative news program Enquête, former Quebec Tourism Minister Caroline Proulx expounded further on the reasons for the rejection.
—Luke Cyphers, Sportico.com, 8 June 2026
Her husband expounded on their homemade items.
—Sarah Kyrcz, Hartford Courant, 8 June 2026
His enforcers were trained in torture techniques by the CIA and educated in the theories expounded by the political scientist Samuel Huntington.
—Wyatt Williams, Harpers Magazine, 2 June 2026
The comment in open court by attorney Christopher Parente, who represents Oak Park Trustee Brian Straw, was not expounded upon, and further discussion of the matter was done in the judge’s chambers.
—Jason Meisner, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
Earlier in the chat, Barker expounded on the current state of moviegoing for specialty films.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 18 May 2026
At the jail in the Dade County Courthouse, Zangara confessed and expounded on his dislike for heads of state.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 27 Mar. 2026
Cornyn later expounded on his evolving thoughts about the legislative filibuster.
—W. James Antle Iii, The Washington Examiner, 20 Mar. 2026
Eleanor Jacobs, PEOPLE, 15 June 2026
In a recent segment on the Radio-Canada investigative news program Enquête, former Quebec Tourism Minister Caroline Proulx expounded further on the reasons for the rejection.
—Luke Cyphers, Sportico.com, 8 June 2026
Her husband expounded on their homemade items.
—Sarah Kyrcz, Hartford Courant, 8 June 2026
His enforcers were trained in torture techniques by the CIA and educated in the theories expounded by the political scientist Samuel Huntington.
—Wyatt Williams, Harpers Magazine, 2 June 2026
The comment in open court by attorney Christopher Parente, who represents Oak Park Trustee Brian Straw, was not expounded upon, and further discussion of the matter was done in the judge’s chambers.
—Jason Meisner, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
Earlier in the chat, Barker expounded on the current state of moviegoing for specialty films.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 18 May 2026
At the jail in the Dade County Courthouse, Zangara confessed and expounded on his dislike for heads of state.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 27 Mar. 2026
Cornyn later expounded on his evolving thoughts about the legislative filibuster.
—W. James Antle Iii, The Washington Examiner, 20 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for expounded
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The decision comes after several parents and teachers expressed concern about AI.—
Joan Murray,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
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Several Republican senators expressed misgivings about the idea, pointing to the potential for security and legal risks.—
Alexandra Skores,
CNN Money,
24 June 2026
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Madonna explained that Netflix later connected with her to make a series based on her life and career, but the matter was complicated due to the star not being able to use the script from the Universal project.—
Ryan Gajewski,
HollywoodReporter,
22 June 2026
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Part of that difference can be explained by the concerns around capital expenditures.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
22 June 2026
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After public comments during which residents voiced confusion and lack of awareness of the city’s plans, the zoning commission voted 4-2 to have another round of community engagement efforts to better inform residents and for Denton’s Development Services team to make changes to the plans.—
Kamal Morgan,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 June 2026
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Aside from a lawsuit, even people in support of the project voiced that there could be work ahead.—
Graham Womack,
Sacbee.com,
17 June 2026
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While many assumed the jewelry designer had a hand in designing her engagement ring, Meyer clarified in the comments that the proposal — and the ring — were all Ogunlesi's doing.—
Samantha Stutsman,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
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ChristianaCare officials clarified he was not fired before the alleged shooting.—
Raymond Strickland,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
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The motion also stated that Boutros has instituted a new policy for when judges request grand jury transcripts.—
Jason Meisner,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2026
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As stated in promotional materials for the documentary, most American moms don’t want to milk their own cow or stay up working all hours of the night after their kids go to bed.—
Emily Kelleher,
InStyle,
22 June 2026
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The Allman Brothers Band’s makeup illustrated the group’s sense of inclusivity.—
Steve Bloom,
Rolling Stone,
16 June 2026
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The film has been inspired by Japan’s famous classical illustrated scrolls.—
Liz Shackleton,
Deadline,
16 June 2026
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Additionally, prosecutors allege Rincker gave Alvarez a 12-gauge pump action shotgun, Jamioles said.—
Caroline Zimmerman,
Kansas City Star,
23 June 2026
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Oil prices fell on the news of progress, but uncertainty over the status of the Strait of Hormuz — Iran and the US gave conflicting accounts over whether the key waterway was open over the weekend — may have slowed traffic again, The New York Times reported.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
22 June 2026
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No one has yet demonstrated that an X-ray lithography machine can be built at sufficiently modest cost and size to be commercially viable.—
Rob Toews,
Forbes.com,
22 June 2026
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Research over the past 15 to 20 years has demonstrated that this is even more true than scientists had previously realized.—
Priya Bhardwaj,
The Conversation,
22 June 2026
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“Expounded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expounded. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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