interpretations

plural of interpretation
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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 Brands like Billy Reid, Officine Générale and Sandro each offer more contemporary interpretations, with softer leather, less bulk and details that reflect the personality of the individual brand. Brett F. Braley-Palko, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026 But the respite after the signing was short-lived, with Washington and Tehran seemingly adopting different interpretations of the language used in the interim agreement. Tiago Ventura, Time, 10 Aug. 2026 Its vague wording has led to conflicting interpretations of control, competing shipping routes, and confusion over the 60-day fee waiver limit. Melissa Hancock, Fortune, 4 Aug. 2026 Bayreuth's 239th Ring Cycle was an encyclopedia of interpretations rather than a new one. ABC News, 4 Aug. 2026 Interior Ministry spokesman Rachid Khalfi blamed the surge on online misinformation, human-trafficking networks and distorted interpretations of Spanish legal and administrative developments, according to The Jerusalem Post. Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 4 Aug. 2026 Roji Cincinnati In omakase, a tasting-menu parade of sashimi and nigiri—and often creative interpretations of the two—is selected, cut, and served by the chef. Erika Ebsworth-Goold, Midwest Living, 3 Aug. 2026 The ministry alleged that those who entered the exclave were misled by online misinformation, human trafficking networks and incorrect interpretations of legal and administrative information, among other factors. CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026 Some confusion remains about whether the program has truly ended yet, as lawyers and the government trade different interpretations of the Supreme Court’s decision. Cameron Pugh, Christian Science Monitor, 1 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for interpretations
Noun
  • For Bondele, the explanations have done little to ease the uncertainty.
    ABC News, ABC News, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Signage, register prompts, receipts and employee explanations all shape whether customers view rounding as a reasonable adjustment or another example of being nickel-and-dimed.
    Brian Delp, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Synthetic animal-friendly versions are available, and their quality is improving all the time.
    BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026
  • With wet, dry and freeze-dried versions in various flavors, there’s an option for every cat.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 13 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • But aside from our go-to sandwich classics, there’s some incredible new sandwich variations nationwide waiting to be experienced, and National Sandwich Month may be the most perfect time to go ahead and give one a taste.
    Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
  • By then, the plovers would have sex-distinct features such as variations in black bands on their foreheads, Lueck said.
    Finnegan Belleau, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Teaming with Eva Byrne for the book’s illustrations, Andrews and Hamilton hope their story inspires young readers to find their voice.
    Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 11 Aug. 2026
  • The mods think Reddit might have designated the website—and thus any post using its content for explanatory illustrations—as spam.
    Scharon Harding, ArsTechnica, 6 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • This will require multiple renditions optimized for mobile, desktop, streaming quality, localization and regional compliance.
    Tal Lev-Ami, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
  • These renditions are led by the trumpet player of the Barmy Army, the team’s official fans’ group and have been a staple since 2004.
    George Edwards, New York Times, 31 July 2026
Noun
  • The Oscar winner was doing needlepoint between takes while shooting the 1968 comedy, perhaps as a way to keep his hands busy.
    Marina Watts, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Crosby and his team would record multiple takes, and Mullin would deftly splice together the best to create a seamless performance.
    IEEE Spectrum, IEEE Spectrum, 2 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • In what we are told is a time of declining literacy and the ‘death of the humanities’, translations of The Odyssey, including mine, are flying off the shelves.
    Derek Lawrence, Entertainment Weekly, 29 July 2026
  • Sullivan has seen the change in attitude in the industry from a time in which there were questions about whether cinematic translations would hog all the interest that might otherwise go to keeping the ongoing stage productions going.
    Chris Willman, Variety, 25 July 2026

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“Interpretations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interpretations. Accessed 15 Aug. 2026.

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