expounding

verb

present participle of expound
1
as in expressing
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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2
as in explaining
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 expounding The tiny wine bar, across the street from the railroad tracks on Dixie Highway in Hollywood and across the parking lot from American Legion Post 92, is first and foremost focused on pouring and expounding on the beauty of natural wines from around the world. — Miami Herald, 18 June 2026 Warsh often referred back to the Fed’s brief statement about the economy rather than expounding upon it. — Bryan Mena, CNN Money, 17 June 2026 On Saturday evening, DHS issued a statement to CBS Colorado expounding on its earlier statement this week. — CBS News, 25 Apr. 2026 On Monday, the coach took to social media with a string of posts explaining his departure, expounding on a situation with many layers. — Brendan Connelly, Boston Herald, 27 Jan. 2026 In calmer times, a leader expounding from such heights risks sounding preachy and self-righteous. — Gal Beckerman, The Atlantic, 27 Jan. 2026 Wilde is at her best when Erika is imperiously giving orders or expounding — in seriousness or mischief? — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 24 Jan. 2026 And expounding on them with some nice face-ripping-off guitar leads. — Chris Willman, Variety, 14 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for expounding
  1. expressing
  2. explaining
  3. voicing
  4. illustrating
  5. stating
  6. clarifying
  7. giving
  8. demonstrating
Verb
  • Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif released a statement expressing sympathy with the families of the five crew members, and directed the government to deploy all available resources for the search effort.
    — Munir Ahmed, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
  • By expressing behavior through concrete, executable examples, acceptance tests allow the system to evolve while keeping its meaning and intent stable.
    — Boris Berat, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
Definition of expressing
Verb
  • Carpino retired in April, without ever explaining what was not right in the organization or, based on the standings, repairing it.
    — Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
  • The traditional experience requires waiting on hold, explaining the situation and hoping an agent can help.
    — Shep Hyken, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
Definition of explaining
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  • Among this group, it is characterized by a difficulty controlling phone use, heavy social media dependence, having a preoccupation with notifications and voicing distress when separated from their device.
    — Elizabeth Dowdell, The Conversation, 6 July 2026
  • It’s been less than a week since Taylor Swift tied the knot with Kansas City Chiefs player Travis Kelce, yet Swifties are already voicing some strong opinions about a few of the wedding guests.
    — Allison DeGrushe, StyleCaster, 6 July 2026
Definition of voicing
Verb
  • That's a key technical level watched and used by traders, illustrating a stock or index's trend.
    — Zev Fima,Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 5 July 2026
  • Wingate weaves this historical horror with a modern-day mystery, illustrating the lasting trauma of children stolen for profit and the unbreakable bond of blood.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 1 July 2026
Definition of illustrating
Verb
  • The organization has not announced a set release time for the scores only information stating that they will be made available on July 6.
    — Julia Gomez, USA Today, 5 July 2026
  • And despite the rules stating that a challenge from behind with studs-on-calf contact and a level of force should be a red card — no card was administered.
    — Mirjam Swanson, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
Definition of stating
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  • Put those two next to each other and the picture is odd and clarifying at once.
    — Ian Shepherd, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
  • House Enrolled Act 1408 includes language clarifying parental consent for children under age 16, and age verification requirements for social media companies.
    — Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 4 July 2026
Definition of clarifying
Verb
  • With the crack of the ball against his bat, Tommy Edman scored from third, giving the Dodgers the lead.
    — Liana Handler, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
  • Another challenge is that the EV segment relies heavily on rare earths imported from China, giving Indian two-wheeler makers little control over supply and pricing.
    — Anu Raghunathan, Forbes.com, 9 July 2026
Definition of giving
Verb
  • Kyiv has also stepped up long-range drone and missile strikes inside Russia, targeting energy, military and logistics infrastructure, demonstrating the progress Ukraine has made in developing domestic strike capabilities.
    — Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 6 July 2026
  • Boston Consulting Group suggests CEO hopefuls start cultivating a social media presence and demonstrating the ability to represent a company at least five years before expecting to take the top job.
    — Rachel Ventresca, Fortune, 5 July 2026
Definition of demonstrating

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“Expounding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expounding. Accessed 13 Jul. 2026.

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