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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
High-school students could read this without needing to spend time interpreting the text’s direct meaning.
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Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
23 June 2026
Yet interpreting those rules can be almost as challenging as trying to whack the ball toward the flagstick.
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Jared Perlo,
NBC news,
21 June 2026
The authors suggest that this process can lead to coevolution, with one species becoming better at providing information and the other becoming better at interpreting it.
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Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
20 June 2026
The Chicago Board of Election Commissioners is tentatively planning to make a single ruling interpreting the provision, according to spokesperson Julie Metea, a decision that could disqualify 22 candidates.
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Kate Armanini,
Chicago Tribune,
20 June 2026
But though many university provosts and presidents have pointed to geopolitical and policy factors Baum cautioned against interpreting the enrollment cliff as a cyclical struggle, particularly for smaller schools who are struggling to keep domestic enrollment numbers up anyway.
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Tristan Bove,
Fortune,
20 June 2026
And people experiencing pain, fatigue, anxiety and stress may also be especially vulnerable because the brain plays a central role in interpreting bodily sensations.
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Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
Sandplay therapy involves a therapist observing and interpreting how a child plays with a tray of sand, water and figurines within the tray.
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Hannah Silverman,
Parents,
17 June 2026
In an email to ARTnews, Art Basel CEO Noah Horowitz cautioned against interpreting shrinking sales in the ultra-contemporary category as a sign that collectors have lost interest.
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Devorah Lauter,
ARTnews.com,
15 June 2026
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
23 June 2026
Yet interpreting those rules can be almost as challenging as trying to whack the ball toward the flagstick.
—
Jared Perlo,
NBC news,
21 June 2026
The authors suggest that this process can lead to coevolution, with one species becoming better at providing information and the other becoming better at interpreting it.
—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
20 June 2026
The Chicago Board of Election Commissioners is tentatively planning to make a single ruling interpreting the provision, according to spokesperson Julie Metea, a decision that could disqualify 22 candidates.
—
Kate Armanini,
Chicago Tribune,
20 June 2026
But though many university provosts and presidents have pointed to geopolitical and policy factors Baum cautioned against interpreting the enrollment cliff as a cyclical struggle, particularly for smaller schools who are struggling to keep domestic enrollment numbers up anyway.
—
Tristan Bove,
Fortune,
20 June 2026
And people experiencing pain, fatigue, anxiety and stress may also be especially vulnerable because the brain plays a central role in interpreting bodily sensations.
—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
Sandplay therapy involves a therapist observing and interpreting how a child plays with a tray of sand, water and figurines within the tray.
—
Hannah Silverman,
Parents,
17 June 2026
In an email to ARTnews, Art Basel CEO Noah Horowitz cautioned against interpreting shrinking sales in the ultra-contemporary category as a sign that collectors have lost interest.
—
Devorah Lauter,
ARTnews.com,
15 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for interpreting
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Infographic explaining Euclid's survey ESA The original image was captured in black and white, but color was added using observations from the Canada-France-Hawaii Telescope located in Hawaii.
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The original is a minor Harding work, Bacon said, explaining why judges might not have recognized Allan’s submission as a re-creation.
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Ella Bruccoleri may be playing a Bennet sister on TV, but the actress wasn’t always a fan of Jane Austen.
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According to court documents, Zimmerman was playing golf at the hotel's course throughout the day with friends.
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The diplomat, speaking on condition of anonymity to describe private discussions, said talks included clarifying what Iran meant by recent statements about the Strait of Hormuz.
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If the behavior continues, address it professionally with your manager, focusing on clarifying your individual impact and seeking ways to enhance your visibility.
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There isn't a second credits scene, but moviegoers who stick around until the very end will see Lilypad performing an amusing little rap with some of the other toys, including Bad Bunny's Pizza with Sunglasses, as the credits finish scrolling.
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That, in turn, strengthens the case for the Bank of Korea to raise interest rates, the very pressure that has made Korean government bonds the worst-performing sovereign debt in the world this year.
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Much like the Snicko technology used in cricket, broadcasters could even show a graphic illustrating the precise moment that Isak had flicked the ball on.
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According to the team, the system generated enough formic acid to power a miniature diorama displayed at the pavilion, illustrating how an efficient artificial photosynthesis system could one day produce and store clean energy for use in household applications.
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In one section, Mayer turns her focus to Diana, portraying the late princess as a woman whose extraordinary capacity for empathy was matched by a deep belief in romance — and whose hopes for love often collided with reality.
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Now that this population is finally getting highlighted more directly in media, what should these shows and movies be portraying?
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To prevail in a habeas petition, Maxwell would need to show that serious constitutional violations occurred during her trial or sentencing, or that significant new evidence has emerged demonstrating her innocence.
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The couple spent their weekend at the Royal Castle of Ciergnon, demonstrating the close relationship between the Japanese and Belgian royal families.
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Kimura says his fascination with upskirting began at the age of 15, with pornography depicting staged scenarios.
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However, a bronze bust depicting Bacchus, the Roman god of wine, stood out the most to archaeologists.
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“Interpreting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interpreting. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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