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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
Earlier in the week, on a CBS Morning Show interview, McDonald told Oprah’s consort Gayle King that her characterization in the Gypsy revival obeyed director George C. Wolfe’s new interpretation, reflecting Millennial race consciousness.
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Armond White, National Review, 13 June 2025
Modest dress codes are common across many Arab countries, though their enforcement varies widely depending on local customs, religious interpretations, and government policies.
—Amira El-Fekki, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 June 2025
But judges reviewing other eligibility cases have rejected this interpretation as construing Alston beyond its actual words.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 10 June 2025
For fashion-forward interpretations, cool-girl labels like Martiniano, Lemaire, and A.Emery deliver fresh, modern options.
—Lara Oliveri, Vogue, 10 June 2025
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Armond White, National Review, 13 June 2025
Modest dress codes are common across many Arab countries, though their enforcement varies widely depending on local customs, religious interpretations, and government policies.
—Amira El-Fekki, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 June 2025
But judges reviewing other eligibility cases have rejected this interpretation as construing Alston beyond its actual words.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 10 June 2025
For fashion-forward interpretations, cool-girl labels like Martiniano, Lemaire, and A.Emery deliver fresh, modern options.
—Lara Oliveri, Vogue, 10 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for interpretation
Noun
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However, without explanation, the company withdrew the bid protest four days later on July 1.—
Scott Travis,
Sun Sentinel,
21 June 2025
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But Jones was informed after arriving at the clinic that her appointment had been canceled without explanation.—
Scott M. Reid,
Oc Register,
21 June 2025
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This resembles a version of the Portugal away shirt, without a real sense of conviction.—
Nick Miller,
New York Times,
28 June 2025
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Instead, Musk is betting the firm’s future on robotaxis, having launched a pilot version of the service in Austin earlier this week.—
Danielle Chemtob,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
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Different variations of BTs stalk the wilderness, requiring adaptability to overcome.—
Hayes Madsen,
Rolling Stone,
23 June 2025
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In addition to the color requirement, the statute denied the drawback when the price variation between the two wines exceeded 50%.—
Robert Goulder,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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An illustrator and illustrations teacher at the time, Jacobsen learned of Machine Head, a metal fabrication shop in the Crossroads, through Arts Upload, a PBS show featuring local art.—
Madeline King,
Kansas City Star,
24 June 2025
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Featuring illustrations by Nenka Myers, the book will arrive in spring 2026.—
Carly Tagen-Dye,
People.com,
23 June 2025
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Some family members called Obama's presence days later at a funeral service and his rendition of the hymn a poignant moment as the country grappled with the horror of people gunned down in church.—
Deborah Barfield Berry,
USA Today,
17 June 2025
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This is the first time DreamWorks Animation, now owned by Universal, has done a live-action rendition, with a sequel already dated for 2027.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
15 June 2025
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Neither take opposition full-backs on frequently (Tel is slightly higher at 1.57 successful take-ons per 90, compared to Mbeumo’s 1.37), preferring to do their damage with moments of quality around the box.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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Science with a Human Face The McClintock Letters aren’t about policy details or partisan takes.—
John Drake,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2025
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Change is being declared, but most of it amounts to translation: one process swapped for another, nothing truly reimagined.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2025
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These kinds of lossy translations would become a secret source of power for ABBA.—
Mitch Therieau,
New Yorker,
18 June 2025
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Established in 2019, the arts and performance venue has become a cultural hotspot.—
Keyaira Boone,
Essence,
17 June 2025
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This shift is made possible by predictive analytics, which allow companies to track performance, anticipate failures and provide proactive maintenance.—
Sean O'Neill,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
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“Interpretation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interpretation. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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