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as in explanation
a statement that makes something clear
that's one possible interpretation of that cryptic remark
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as in version
a presentation of an artistic work (as a piece of music) from a particular point of view
a sensitive interpretation of a piece that is a touchstone for violinists
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as in variation
a distinct treatment of something (as a story or a play)
a very Freudian interpretation of The Nutcracker
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Recent Examples of interpretation
Today, customer sentiment can shift within minutes; supply chains react dynamically to disruptions; financial markets move continuously; and digital platforms generate enormous streams of live signals requiring interpretation in real time.
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Dhiraj Adya, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
Webb, the Oklahoma radiologist, documented four times that a patient lacked numbness, and yet his WISeR application was still denied, citing numbness, which, in the reviewer's interpretation, would rule out the spinal surgery procedure.
—Darius Tahir, CBS News, 23 June 2026
Long known as the heroic outlaw who robs from the rich to give to the poor, Sarnoski’s revisionist take wasn’t purposefully trying to knock Robin Hood down a peg or cater to either political party’s preferred interpretation of the legendary figure.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 22 June 2026
Seehorn credits Gilligan for leaving his stories and characters open to interpretation.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 22 June 2026
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Dhiraj Adya, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
Webb, the Oklahoma radiologist, documented four times that a patient lacked numbness, and yet his WISeR application was still denied, citing numbness, which, in the reviewer's interpretation, would rule out the spinal surgery procedure.
—Darius Tahir, CBS News, 23 June 2026
Long known as the heroic outlaw who robs from the rich to give to the poor, Sarnoski’s revisionist take wasn’t purposefully trying to knock Robin Hood down a peg or cater to either political party’s preferred interpretation of the legendary figure.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 22 June 2026
Seehorn credits Gilligan for leaving his stories and characters open to interpretation.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 22 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for interpretation
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Predicting pink Dig a little deeper, and another possible explanation for the abundance of pink at the tournament emerges.—
Jack Bantock,
CNN Money,
22 June 2026
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Much of the international media dutifully reported Russia’s explanation alongside reports of the attack, creating the impression that responsibility remained genuinely uncertain and that both narratives deserved roughly equal consideration.—
Andy J. Semotiuk,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
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One of Wood’s earliest conversations with Reid centered on abandoning the heeled footwear that helped define earlier versions of the character.—
Precious Fondren,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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Update to the latest version to see all Vogue content, as well as new features like our Runway Genius quiz, Group Chats, and posts from Vogue contributors.—
Alexandra Macon,
Vogue,
19 June 2026
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The second area focuses on custom development, where engineers will design new battery cell variations specifically to meet the unique safety standards, structural dimensions, and weight limitations required for commercial aerospace applications.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
20 June 2026
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Blanca Vanburian, who was doing a variation of Tai Chi on the lawn outside her apartment building, had several good questions, including one about whether the city could be trusted to maintain a new park.—
Steve Lopez,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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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.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
20 June 2026
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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.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
18 June 2026
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On Friday, after the United States’ 2-0 win over Australia, the Seattle stadium of nearly 67,000 attendees broke out into a booming rendition of the song.—
Angela Yang,
NBC news,
22 June 2026
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This breathable dress, once considered a risqué number when worn by itself, now comes in an array of styles and renditions to strut in, and summer is the perfect time to break out your silkiest slip to bask in the sun.—
Julia Guerra,
InStyle,
21 June 2026
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How could somebody who's quite literally removed from her take that on?—
Gerrad Hall,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 June 2026
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In the director’s view, fragmented editing breaks emotional continuity; an unbroken take mirrors the uninterrupted flow of lived experience.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
20 June 2026
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The AirPods Pro 3 boast new AI-powered features such as hearing protection, live language translation, heart rate monitoring, and fitness tracking, making these buds smarter than ever.—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
24 June 2026
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However, his lack of strength, questionable frame and lack of true explosiveness create several questions about his translation to the next level, along with his inability to merge offensive and defensive value in the same season.—
John Hollinger,
New York Times,
24 June 2026
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There is also a stash of BuzzBallz ready-to-drink cocktails for trivia winners, but Misraje and his cast do not deliver their performances with smirks or smarm.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
22 June 2026
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The Parade route will end at the ballpark with Scotland fans walking the warning track and pre-game bagpipe performance.—
Andre Fernandez,
Miami Herald,
22 June 2026
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“Interpretation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interpretation. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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