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as in explanations
a statement that makes something clear
that's one possible interpretation of that cryptic remark
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as in versions
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 variations
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 interpretations
The mid-century offered more literal interpretations of cave living, from The Flintstones (1960) to the villainous Bond lair, often hidden within or carved into cliffs.
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Leonora Epstein, Architectural Digest, 7 Nov. 2025
Without an international framework, commercial ventures must navigate a patchwork of national laws and evolving interpretations of space ownership.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 2025
Bugonia director Yorgos Lanthimos discusses the wildly different interpretations viewers have had on the film's shocking ending.
—Lauren Huff, Entertainment Weekly, 31 Oct. 2025
Legal experts are divided over whether the 12th Amendment would bar such a scenario, due to arguments that there is room for different interpretations.
—Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 29 Oct. 2025
Having people with a variety of backgrounds work together on a project ups the likelihood that our interpretations are accurate.
—JSTOR Daily, 28 Oct. 2025
The kitchen is led by partner/chef Charbel Hayek and executive chef Gustavo Montes and will feature sashimi and nigiri, grilled main dishes and other contemporary interpretations of Japanese classics, with occasional nods to South Florida flavors.
—Miami Herald, 28 Oct. 2025
Rethinking Charleston Receipts Like other books about Lowcountry life in that era, the pages are peppered with Gullah Geechee verses, the linguistic heritage of the West African descendants who live in the region, along with English interpretations.
—Adrian Miller, Southern Living, 28 Oct. 2025
This group organizes the sellout Autumn Lights fundraiser, where more than 100 volunteer artists, some of them Burning Man participants, dazzle the crowds with their artful, eye-catching interpretations in a three-night colorful show.
—Pj Bremier, Mercury News, 27 Oct. 2025
Leonora Epstein, Architectural Digest, 7 Nov. 2025
Without an international framework, commercial ventures must navigate a patchwork of national laws and evolving interpretations of space ownership.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 2025
Bugonia director Yorgos Lanthimos discusses the wildly different interpretations viewers have had on the film's shocking ending.
—Lauren Huff, Entertainment Weekly, 31 Oct. 2025
Legal experts are divided over whether the 12th Amendment would bar such a scenario, due to arguments that there is room for different interpretations.
—Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 29 Oct. 2025
Having people with a variety of backgrounds work together on a project ups the likelihood that our interpretations are accurate.
—JSTOR Daily, 28 Oct. 2025
The kitchen is led by partner/chef Charbel Hayek and executive chef Gustavo Montes and will feature sashimi and nigiri, grilled main dishes and other contemporary interpretations of Japanese classics, with occasional nods to South Florida flavors.
—Miami Herald, 28 Oct. 2025
Rethinking Charleston Receipts Like other books about Lowcountry life in that era, the pages are peppered with Gullah Geechee verses, the linguistic heritage of the West African descendants who live in the region, along with English interpretations.
—Adrian Miller, Southern Living, 28 Oct. 2025
This group organizes the sellout Autumn Lights fundraiser, where more than 100 volunteer artists, some of them Burning Man participants, dazzle the crowds with their artful, eye-catching interpretations in a three-night colorful show.
—Pj Bremier, Mercury News, 27 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for interpretations
Noun
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To say nothing about the thorny question of its genre—do Eastern European writers need to provide more explanations and justifications when using the technique of autofiction?—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Nov. 2025
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From there, the tool offers up five colors, with explanations for how each suits the theme or prompt and links back to further information about those colors and their importance.—
Meghan Hall,
Sourcing Journal,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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There will be an assortment of fall 2025 and resort 2026 ready to-wear, including four exclusive versions spanning a dress in gold foil fil coupé fabric and the bestselling Bankes dickey jacket offered in a light russet colorway.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
11 Nov. 2025
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The toy company is working on movie versions of American Girl, Barbie, Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em Robots and the card game Uno.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
11 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Brazil is divided by five major regions, each widely known for its specific culture, climate, language variations, and landscapes.—
Jade Moyano,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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The line spans ready-to-wear pieces such as knitwear, jersey tops and denim, as well as accessories like canvas totes and variations of the Bou bag.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
4 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Each page features full-color illustrations and only a few lines of text, making Xolo an excellent pick for reluctant readers, graphic novel lovers, and kids who’ve just begun to find their way into longer stories.—
Caroline Carlson,
Literary Hub,
3 Nov. 2025
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The children's book is co-authored by Thompson and Bryan Tucker, with illustrations by Tony Neal.—
Rachel Raposas,
PEOPLE,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Faux croc leather has made for the most chic of New Balance‘s sneaker loafer renditions, previously appearing in black on a colorway debuted by Jaden Smith.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
31 Oct. 2025
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In December, the session features soulful renditions of holiday classics.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
24 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Some Wall Street economists also haven’t been impressed by Miran’s takes.—
Bryan Mena,
CNN Money,
9 Nov. 2025
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Still, nostalgic home cooks are keeping the classics alive, recreating and sharing their takes and savoring the memories that come with them.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Rejecting the streamlining and modernizing approach of many recent translations, Mendelsohn artfully reproduces the epic’s formal qualities—meter, enjambment, alliteration, assonance—and in so doing restores to Homer’s masterwork its archaic grandeur.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Nov. 2025
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Kasirer advocates and facilitates strategic translations between New York City’s private and public sector.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
4 Nov. 2025
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“Interpretations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interpretations. Accessed 12 Nov. 2025.
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