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as in explaining
to make plain or understandable
a biblical passage that scholars haven't been able to interpret to everyone's satisfaction
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as in playing
to present a portrayal or performance of
interpreted the role of Fletcher Christian in a challengingly new way
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Recent Examples of interpreting
Clement rejected that assertion by Jackson, saying that regardless of how the justices rule in this case, Congress can always pass a new law reversing the finding because the Supreme Court is presently just interpreting whether existing law preempts state late mail ballot laws.
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Jack Birle, The Washington Examiner, 23 Mar. 2026
Most major-league organizations have access to all the biometric technology, but a willingness to invest in that area and, perhaps most importantly, understanding and properly interpreting what the data and information shows and how to apply it is quickly becoming a separator among teams.
—Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026
In construction, for example, the technology can now help with interpreting blueprints.
—Jake Angelo, Fortune, 19 Mar. 2026
Sutter is also using a tool to assist with interpreting radiology exams.
—Sacbee.com, 17 Mar. 2026
Attractions like Anakeesta play a role in absorbing some of that demand while interpreting and celebrating the natural and cultural heritage of the region.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 16 Mar. 2026
Republicans will meet Tuesday to debate their legislative options, even though there remains strong resistance within the GOP conference to interpreting the filibuster rule to require Democrats to actively debate for hours, days and weeks on end.
—Alexander Bolton, The Hill, 10 Mar. 2026
The Iranian sailors are interpreting operational instructions, manuals and logs for their Sri Lankan counterparts.
—Bharatha Mallawarachi, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2026
The performances play as variations on a theme — musicians interpreting the same songbook standard in a different key.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 5 Mar. 2026
Jack Birle, The Washington Examiner, 23 Mar. 2026
Most major-league organizations have access to all the biometric technology, but a willingness to invest in that area and, perhaps most importantly, understanding and properly interpreting what the data and information shows and how to apply it is quickly becoming a separator among teams.
—Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026
In construction, for example, the technology can now help with interpreting blueprints.
—Jake Angelo, Fortune, 19 Mar. 2026
Sutter is also using a tool to assist with interpreting radiology exams.
—Sacbee.com, 17 Mar. 2026
Attractions like Anakeesta play a role in absorbing some of that demand while interpreting and celebrating the natural and cultural heritage of the region.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 16 Mar. 2026
Republicans will meet Tuesday to debate their legislative options, even though there remains strong resistance within the GOP conference to interpreting the filibuster rule to require Democrats to actively debate for hours, days and weeks on end.
—Alexander Bolton, The Hill, 10 Mar. 2026
The Iranian sailors are interpreting operational instructions, manuals and logs for their Sri Lankan counterparts.
—Bharatha Mallawarachi, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2026
The performances play as variations on a theme — musicians interpreting the same songbook standard in a different key.
—Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 5 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for interpreting
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Board member David Young suggested the county could devise some kind of explanation or message on the county’s website explaining the reason for the changes, and Gumz asked Lasky to come up with language for a potential disclaimer for the website to be considered by the committee.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Mar. 2026
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When asked about the defective cameras in the jail and the lack of a clear timeline explaining how Epstein was able to take his own life, Blanche acknowledged mistakes.—
Erik Ortiz,
NBC news,
25 Mar. 2026
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Kevin MacEgan, the couple’s eldest son, said his parents were victimized in this manner because of the choices made by Abril — and by the CHP, to approach Abril in a park filled with children playing baseball and other visitors.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
26 Mar. 2026
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After playing baseball in college and a short stint in the minors, Jerry Lewis started his own business to help other aspiring entrepreneurs, particularly those who had been incarcerated or in gangs, to launch their own companies, his son said.—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Mar. 2026
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Haidilao’s corporate offices have yet to issue a statement clarifying the incident.—
Linda Zavoral,
Mercury News,
18 Mar. 2026
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But the Walker signing was clarifying in multiple ways, including that the Chiefs by committing to him now virtually must prioritize corresponding moves to revive the receiver room and add edge rusher(s).—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
16 Mar. 2026
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Original members James Fearnley, Jem Finer and Spider Stacy are performing alongside a lineup that includes Daragh Lynch, Iona Zajac, John Francis Flynn and Lisa O’Neill.—
Jessica Lynch,
Billboard,
21 Mar. 2026
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Compensation for performing at games is a food voucher and more intangible rewards.—
Ken Sugiura,
AJC.com,
21 Mar. 2026
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Today, that number has grown to more than 400 kits, illustrating how serious an issue hygiene insecurity has become.—
John Garrahan,
The Providence Journal,
19 Mar. 2026
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The annual calculation requirement also provides clarity about how electric rates change over time, serving as a transparency measure by illustrating the rise in rates.—
Jason Buckel,
Baltimore Sun,
17 Mar. 2026
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At the trial, prosecutors argued that Pender exerted significant influence over Hull and played a role in the killings, portraying her as the dominant figure in their relationship.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
21 Mar. 2026
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Ortiz and Brown take on Bebo and Lola portraying the impulsiveness of youth, exacerbated, particularly in Bebo’s case, by poverty and limited options to make his way in the world.—
Carlos Aguilar,
IndieWire,
20 Mar. 2026
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No student in German can graduate without demonstrating a detailed knowledge and understanding of the Holocaust.—
Terry Gross,
NPR,
25 Mar. 2026
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Institutions that once at least feigned being an ally are now demonstrating the opposite.—
Ron Stodghill,
Miami Herald,
23 Mar. 2026
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The Platte County Sheriff’s Office found 66 videos from the airport restroom, each depicting a different woman, on Ludwig’s phone, according to the probable cause statement.—
Caroline Zimmerman,
Kansas City Star,
21 Mar. 2026
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Utah has received just a fraction of its normal snowpack, with this February 2026 photo depicting very low coverage in the mountains around Park City.—
Emily Mae Czachor,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2026
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“Interpreting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interpreting. Accessed 26 Mar. 2026.
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