1
as in explanation
a statement that makes something clear
that's one possible interpretation of that cryptic remark
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2
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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3
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
In this interpretation, her achievements should be attainable for anyone who puts their mind to it.
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Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 4 Sep. 2025
Regulations are official interpretations of the law.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes.com, 4 Sep. 2025
Its roots are gnawed at endlessly by the dragon Níðhöggr, who is said in some interpretations of the poem Völuspá to burst free during Ragnarök, the end of the world, carrying the bodies of men on his wings.
—Ellen Walker, JSTOR Daily, 3 Sep. 2025
In a world where images are so numerous and so difficult to understand, truth itself can be in danger, threatened by false interpretations and distorted, misleading half-truths.
—Literary Hub, 3 Sep. 2025
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Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 4 Sep. 2025
Regulations are official interpretations of the law.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes.com, 4 Sep. 2025
Its roots are gnawed at endlessly by the dragon Níðhöggr, who is said in some interpretations of the poem Völuspá to burst free during Ragnarök, the end of the world, carrying the bodies of men on his wings.
—Ellen Walker, JSTOR Daily, 3 Sep. 2025
In a world where images are so numerous and so difficult to understand, truth itself can be in danger, threatened by false interpretations and distorted, misleading half-truths.
—Literary Hub, 3 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for interpretation
Noun
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One possible explanation involves the body’s circadian rhythm (or 24-hour clock), which plays a role in bone health, Lane said.—
Simon Spichak,
Health,
3 Sep. 2025
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The anger evokes town hall meetings, school board meetings, library meetings, any gathering where people are trying to figure out what is going on in the world right now, without any sufficient explanation.—
Bill Goodykoontz,
AZCentral.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Gordon can be the Dolphins’ version of David Montgomery.—
Jake Ciely,
New York Times,
2 Sep. 2025
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Some versions of the tale hold that the song's name came from a stripper Roth knew.—
Jamie L. LaReau,
USA Today,
1 Sep. 2025
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TikTok videos often feature variations where pranksters pound on or kick people’s front doors.—
Holly Yan,
CNN Money,
2 Sep. 2025
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The firm said recent operational shifts have led to variations in our metrics, particularly for waste intensity.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
2 Sep. 2025
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In this photo illustration, iPhone screens display various social media apps on the screens on February 9, 2025.—
Emma Marsden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Aug. 2025
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Photo illustration of the YouTube TV logo displayed on a smartphone, with the YouTube logo in the background.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
29 Aug. 2025
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But his rendition of the history of the Axis of Resistance—from its birth out of necessity, to its success, to its present adversities—is largely accurate.—
Graeme Wood,
The Atlantic,
2 Sep. 2025
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Orton’s stripped down As Tears Go By is one standout, as is the dance-forward rendition of Why’d Ya Do It?—
Leslie Felperin,
HollywoodReporter,
31 Aug. 2025
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But there were also unexpected bonuses to writing between takes.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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In fact, many interior designers say that depending on the execution, a less literal take can look more elevated.—
Quincy Bulin,
Southern Living,
3 Sep. 2025
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On another project, Dutch audiovisual experts collaborated with French-only contractors, a mix that required not just translation, but diplomacy and improvisation.—
Nathanael Bondu,
Rolling Stone,
5 Sep. 2025
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English translation copyright © 2025 by Mara Faye Lethem.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Sep. 2025
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Over six minutes, Lazarus went on an off-the-cuff social media run that, the next day, was the buzz of the sports chatter space just as much, if not more, than TCU’s actual performance on the field.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
3 Sep. 2025
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Gallup recently surveyed Fortune 500 CHROs and found that only 2% strongly agree their performance management system inspires employees to improve.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Interpretation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interpretation. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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