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 If boarding practices become routine under broad legal interpretations, other countries are likely to adopt similar methods in different contexts. John Calabrese, The Conversation, 6 July 2026 The Brooklyn neighborhood where, if Swiftie lyrical interpretations are to be trusted, Swift left a now-infamous scarf at the home of one Maggie Gyllenhaal around 2010. Lily Boyce, New York Times, 2 July 2026 The next stage for gourmands, Müller suggests, is a shift toward more elevated and refined interpretations. Laia Farran Graves, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 Shop for rates and lenders While the mortgage interest rate environment may feel static, the reality is that different lenders will have different interpretations of where rates are headed. Matt Richardson, CBS News, 1 July 2026 There are family recipes, alongside modern interpretations of Thai food. Scott Hocker, TheWeek, 25 June 2026 Artists Amanda Valdes and Atomik transformed a 1979 Chevrolet Corvette in front of a live audience with their personal style and interpretations. Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 20 June 2026 Modern interpretations, however, feel fresh and fashion-forward—making this summer floral anything but a throwback. Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 20 June 2026 Founded by Marc-André Roy and Jared Etzel in 2012, Domaine Roy & Fils is known for its elegant interpretations of Burgundy-style Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, so this complex but somewhat lighthearted rosé comes as a pleasant surprise. Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 19 June 2026
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Noun
  • What happened, Wells' parents say, is a mystery riddled with conflicting stories, implausible explanations and missing details.
    ABC News, ABC News, 11 July 2026
  • Based on that information, the AI builds a draft portfolio that users can review, adjust and approve, while providing explanations behind its recommendations.
    Tanaya Macheel, CNBC, 10 July 2026
Noun
  • In 2021, the company had just the TVS Apache bike in its premium portfolio with four different versions, starting at $1,200.
    Anu Raghunathan, Forbes.com, 9 July 2026
  • Later versions will increase output to between 300 and 500 kilowatts.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 9 July 2026
Noun
  • Eric Mittenthal, president of the association, said the hot dog variations usually originated from ballparks, like Kauffman Stadium.
    Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026
  • His measurement does not rule it out, but severely narrows its scope, eliminating a large range of its potential variations.
    Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 10 July 2026
Noun
  • Rather than simply printing Wong’s illustrations onto fabric, the studio opted to preserve the artwork’s integrity by visibly sewing the cut-outs onto the fabric itself.
    Roddy Clarke, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
  • Recent exhibits include illustrations from designer Bob Mackie and photographs by former Mudd Club bouncer Richard Boch.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 July 2026
Noun
  • Take the look even further by pairing it with trending tones and techniques, like sheer jelly bases or watercolor renditions of your go-to berry.
    Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 3 July 2026
  • Before Independence Day, Margo Price has surprise-released her Days of Unrest mixtape, featuring the singer’s renditions of protest songs tackling the issues Price has championed.
    Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 3 July 2026
Noun
  • Between takes, umbrellas helped shield the cast from the Texas sun.
    Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026
  • The standalone super-flick starring Milly Alcock as the titular heroine didn't bomb, but its $38 million domestic and $68 million global takes (per Rentrak) fall short of both projections and pricey budgetary estimates.
    Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 28 June 2026
Noun
  • Another condemned the preference shown for evangelical Christian translations of the Bible over a diversity of translations, inclusive of many denominations.
    Rachel Royster. Produced with AI assistance, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 July 2026
  • Meanwhile, those outside China remain fascinated by Daoism, as well, with new translations of the Daodejing hitting the market every year.
    Michael Naparstek, The Conversation, 6 July 2026

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“Interpretations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interpretations. Accessed 12 Jul. 2026.

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