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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 failure to analyze or even acknowledge countless comic interpretations of presidents in contexts that lack Lorne Michaels is so thoroughly bizarre that the entire documentary becomes more head-scratching than enlightening.
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Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 10 June 2026
The ability to reproduce these features in the laboratory could help scientists better understand how different regions of the moon have changed over time and improve interpretations of orbital observations.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 10 June 2026
Assistive-listening devices and hearing loops are available for deaf or hard-of-hearing visitors, and closed captioning and on-screen American Sign Language interpretations for digital media exhibits and films are included in the museum's galleries.
—Sara Tenenbaum, CBS News, 9 June 2026
As a person ambles around a sculpture, perspectives multiply; interpretations are born and dissolved; shadows play on the surface and complicate the interpretive field, making hair look like spaghetti or a nostril look angry.
—Zachary Fine, New Yorker, 8 June 2026
The Guidance Out of Darkness Act rights this wrong by requiring federal agencies to be transparent about interpretations of the law through publishing guidance in an easily accessible, online location.
—Editorial, Boston Herald, 8 June 2026
Expect classics from the American songbook, wily new interpretations of contemporary pop songs, Broadway standards and lots of sweet between-song patter.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 6 June 2026
The goal is not to prescribe a particular emotional response, but to allow viewers — and the actors themselves — space for their own interpretations.
—ABC News, 6 June 2026
While the show's other actors don't know the truth, many of them have shared their interpretations since the finale aired.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 2 June 2026
Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 10 June 2026
The ability to reproduce these features in the laboratory could help scientists better understand how different regions of the moon have changed over time and improve interpretations of orbital observations.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 10 June 2026
Assistive-listening devices and hearing loops are available for deaf or hard-of-hearing visitors, and closed captioning and on-screen American Sign Language interpretations for digital media exhibits and films are included in the museum's galleries.
—Sara Tenenbaum, CBS News, 9 June 2026
As a person ambles around a sculpture, perspectives multiply; interpretations are born and dissolved; shadows play on the surface and complicate the interpretive field, making hair look like spaghetti or a nostril look angry.
—Zachary Fine, New Yorker, 8 June 2026
The Guidance Out of Darkness Act rights this wrong by requiring federal agencies to be transparent about interpretations of the law through publishing guidance in an easily accessible, online location.
—Editorial, Boston Herald, 8 June 2026
Expect classics from the American songbook, wily new interpretations of contemporary pop songs, Broadway standards and lots of sweet between-song patter.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 6 June 2026
The goal is not to prescribe a particular emotional response, but to allow viewers — and the actors themselves — space for their own interpretations.
—ABC News, 6 June 2026
While the show's other actors don't know the truth, many of them have shared their interpretations since the finale aired.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 2 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for interpretations
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Interviews with voters across Los Angeles suggested other explanations for Pratt’s possible struggles.—
Barnini Chakraborty,
The Washington Examiner,
8 June 2026
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Luteal-phase fatigue and food cravings have clear physiological explanations and follicular-phase cognitive advantages have emerging support.—
Allison Palmer,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 June 2026
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The duo first appear in parodied versions of the Longlegs roles originated by Blair Underwood and Maika Monroe midway through Scary Movie, standing by as their fellow officers are sent off after a suspicious perp.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 June 2026
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Earlier versions had a smaller moving head.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
6 June 2026
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One hundred and nine years after its birth in New Orleans (and some Dixieland lovers were the first ones to declare jazz dead when other variations of the music began emerging), the music is still with us, and appreciated by everyone from Boomers to Gen-Zers.—
Randy McMullen,
Mercury News,
4 June 2026
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The White House responded with economic sanctions, and then-President Dwight Eisenhower established the first embargo with an export ban, beginning an economic blockade of Cuba that has lasted, with a few variations, for nearly 70 years.—
Max Saltman,
CNN Money,
4 June 2026
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The telegram’s design is joyful and vivid, featuring illustrations of tiny hands tossing multi-colored hats and flowers into the air in a gesture of congratulation.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 June 2026
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There’s also a D-mode setting designed to improve grayscale perception – this comes in handy for detailed monochrome content like scans or technical illustrations.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
8 June 2026
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Below are digital renditions of their work, what inspires them and where to find them along the streetcar route.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
7 June 2026
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Ah, the dip that launched a thousand renditions.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
3 June 2026
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Honestly, the range of wild takes here has put me in fond mind of the good, old Twitter.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
28 May 2026
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Their feed is full of other people's takes.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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The new rules will also mandate translations at public conferences, and raise standards for how the language is taught in schools.—
Manal Albarakati,
semafor.com,
1 June 2026
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Daniel Hahn is a writer, editor, and translator, whose translations from Portuguese, Spanish, and French include fiction from Europe, Africa, and the Americas.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 May 2026
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