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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
No group has claimed responsibility for the attacks, but suspicion quickly fell on the Boko Haram jihadi group, which in 2009 launched an insurgency in northeastern Nigeria to enforce their radical interpretation of Shariah, or Islamic law.
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ABC News, 16 Mar. 2026
His natural curiosity and deep love for the art inform his studies; each performance is informed by careful examination of several recordings and intentional questions about interpretation.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
Featuring a blend of historic pieces with contemporary works by local artists, the exhibition highlights wide-ranging interpretations of form, geometry and place.
—Michael James Rocha, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Mar. 2026
Humble but strong, philosophical but pragmatic, Kingsley's interpretation of the leader manages to balance both his spirituality and shrewdness, simultaneously demystifying an icon while also adding another layer to the legend.
—Devan Coggan, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Mar. 2026
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ABC News, 16 Mar. 2026
His natural curiosity and deep love for the art inform his studies; each performance is informed by careful examination of several recordings and intentional questions about interpretation.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
Featuring a blend of historic pieces with contemporary works by local artists, the exhibition highlights wide-ranging interpretations of form, geometry and place.
—Michael James Rocha, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Mar. 2026
Humble but strong, philosophical but pragmatic, Kingsley's interpretation of the leader manages to balance both his spirituality and shrewdness, simultaneously demystifying an icon while also adding another layer to the legend.
—Devan Coggan, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for interpretation
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The county has also ignored requests for an explanation as to what harm would be caused by revealing those costs.—
Ryan Macasero,
Mercury News,
15 Mar. 2026
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Byrne was also encouraged by management’s explanation that the reason for the increase in shallower zone allocation is the application of high-intensity completions, which improve well results and help expand Williston Middle inventory, an aspect that the company first highlighted in 2023.—
TipRanks.com Staff,
CNBC,
15 Mar. 2026
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Typically found at gas stations and smoke shops, kratom and its synthetic version, known as 7-Hydroxymitragynine or 7-OH, have been marketed as an over-the-counter aid for pain, anxiety and drug dependence.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2026
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And while plenty of Korean brands have mastered the art of silky sunscreens with zero white cast, Innisfree’s Daily UV Defense Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50+ PA++++—the upgraded version of the brand’s long-time fan-favorite and Best of Beauty winner—is especially worth calling out.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
21 Mar. 2026
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The analysis found regional variation in utility profits.—
Kevin Hardy,
Baltimore Sun,
14 Mar. 2026
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The temporary dime design features the face of Liberty on the front, and a variation of the eagle that appears in the Great Seal of the United States.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
14 Mar. 2026
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The 150 shops are a vital source of livelihood for many and an illustration of resilience.—
Lilliam Rivera,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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Outside the office, Shelby is a faceted artisan intoxicated by pre-1900s scientific illustration, engraving and typography.—
Michael Muchmore,
PC Magazine,
13 Mar. 2026
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This flowery felt iteration from fall 1999 proves that a good silhouette is a blank canvas for any creative director’s vision (just take a look at the latest renditions by Maria Grazia Chiuri, hot off the 2026 runway).—
Rosie Jarman,
Vogue,
16 Mar. 2026
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Styles rendition is reverent to the original, first released in 1985.—
Kory Grow,
Rolling Stone,
12 Mar. 2026
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What’s your take and insight on that?—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Mar. 2026
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Critics and festival audiences alike are wild for it all, and, buoyed by DiCaprio’s Romeo + Juliet star wattage, Boogie Nights opens in October 1997 to big numbers, playing throughout the fall to an eventual $75 million domestic take.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
13 Mar. 2026
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Bookstores and publishers were also stumped about what to do with works in translation, including classics containing passages that could now be seen as problematic, such as Virginia Woolf.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 Mar. 2026
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The Yale Repertory Theatre is using a 2019 adaptation by Frank Galati, which takes the standard Derek Prouse translation which has been around nearly as long as Ionesco original French script and trims it judiciously for maximum theatrical impact.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
18 Mar. 2026
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When the performance ended, the singers stood tall, soaking in the auspicious moment.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
16 Mar. 2026
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In many cases, that push produces incredible feats of athletic performance.—
NPR,
NPR,
15 Mar. 2026
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