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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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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.
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Miami Herald,
18 June 2026
Warsh often referred back to the Fed’s brief statement about the economy rather than expounding upon it.
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Bryan Mena,
CNN Money,
17 June 2026
On Saturday evening, DHS issued a statement to CBS Colorado expounding on its earlier statement this week.
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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.
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Brendan Connelly,
Boston Herald,
27 Jan. 2026
In calmer times, a leader expounding from such heights risks sounding preachy and self-righteous.
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Gal Beckerman,
The Atlantic,
27 Jan. 2026
Wilde is at her best when Erika is imperiously giving orders or expounding — in seriousness or mischief?
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David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Jan. 2026
And expounding on them with some nice face-ripping-off guitar leads.
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Chris Willman,
Variety,
14 Oct. 2025
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
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The daycare later released a statement expressing condolences and pledging support for the family.
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But last month, Emma Reynolds, the environment secretary, wrote to Ofwat expressing concerns over the rescue package.
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Infographic explaining Euclid's survey ESA The original image was captured in black and white, but color was added using observations from the Canada-France-Hawaii Telescope located in Hawaii.
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The original is a minor Harding work, Bacon said, explaining why judges might not have recognized Allan’s submission as a re-creation.
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After Saturday night’s shooting that left two dead, neighbors are voicing their frustrations — and fears — as the community reels from another shooting that has left two more teenagers dead.
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Public debate over Naperville’s energy future has been heated, with dozens of residents voicing their opinions at council meetings.
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The rain and the plumbing disasters and the reservation-system crises and Richie’s inability to cancel anyone’s dinner all come right on top of one another, illustrating how frightening and overwhelming the day has become.
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While investors concentrate on NVIDIA's staggering growth rate, an even more revealing figure resides in its supply commitments, illustrating a calculated strategy to satisfy demand that skeptics argue may not be viable.
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Towns County Sheriff's Office A day after creating the committee, Kemp filed the second executive order, stating that the officials recommended Henderson be suspended.
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Handle power dynamics well by stating needs and listening for fears beneath reactions.
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German courts are clarifying a gray area in the 2024 cannabis reform regarding the legal status of cannabis cuttings.
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After Micah’s birth, Lauryn posted a statement on X clarifying that Rohan was not her newborn's father.
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The Athletics beat the Dodgers 7-1 on Wednesday night, giving the West Sacramento team its only win of the series with the Dodgers, winners of the past two World Series, failing to secure a three-game sweep.
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Another prohibits giving lectures in public parks without city permission.
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To prevail in a habeas petition, Maxwell would need to show that serious constitutional violations occurred during her trial or sentencing, or that significant new evidence has emerged demonstrating her innocence.
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The couple spent their weekend at the Royal Castle of Ciergnon, demonstrating the close relationship between the Japanese and Belgian royal families.
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“Expounding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expounding. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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