1
as in explanation
a statement that makes something clear
that's one possible interpretation of that cryptic remark
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2
as in version
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 variation
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 interpretation
Art work © Jenny Saville / Courtesy Gagosian; Photograph by Mike Bruce
These days, Saville is less eager—or, perhaps, less obliged—to offer declarative interpretations of her work.
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Rebecca Mead, New Yorker, 9 June 2025
The judges, who were seated in the audience, evaluated the finalists on interpretation, musicianship and stage presence before announcing the winner live.
—Melinda Moore, Chicago Tribune, 9 June 2025
On questions of statutory and regulatory interpretation, which have ramifications that extend far beyond this case, Facebook was a resounding IRS win.
—Ryan Finley, Forbes.com, 9 June 2025
In other words, attractiveness is a multidimensional concept comprising beauty, genuineness, and self-esteem, with ‘naturalness’ being an interpretation of the optimal balance of these factors.
—Valerie Monroe, Allure, 2 June 2025
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Rebecca Mead, New Yorker, 9 June 2025
The judges, who were seated in the audience, evaluated the finalists on interpretation, musicianship and stage presence before announcing the winner live.
—Melinda Moore, Chicago Tribune, 9 June 2025
On questions of statutory and regulatory interpretation, which have ramifications that extend far beyond this case, Facebook was a resounding IRS win.
—Ryan Finley, Forbes.com, 9 June 2025
In other words, attractiveness is a multidimensional concept comprising beauty, genuineness, and self-esteem, with ‘naturalness’ being an interpretation of the optimal balance of these factors.
—Valerie Monroe, Allure, 2 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for interpretation
Noun
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However, without explanation, the company withdrew the bid protest four days later on July 1.—
Scott Travis,
Sun Sentinel,
21 June 2025
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But in its most simple explanation, the Chiefs trick people.—
Sam McDowell,
Kansas City Star,
21 June 2025
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In the latest version of the CJGJ-Eagles saga, the veteran safety went live on Instagram to chat it up with some fans.—
Justin Grasso,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 June 2025
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Musicians Carlile and Bareilles, both multiple Grammy winners, co-wrote a song with Gibson that closes the film, with Bareilles handling the vocals in the version of the documentary that screened Saturday night.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
15 June 2025
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Companies moving in this direction need to understand how variation in price can affect the ability to meet operational expenses.—
Alexander S. Blume,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Approach and mentality are frequent topics of conversation, even if there’s some variation between the two.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
8 June 2025
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Over time, young children begin to understand a picture book’s storylines and illustrations more deeply.—
Sarah Lindenfeld Hall,
Popular Science,
11 June 2025
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The home screen consists of large icons that are well-labeled and easily distinguished from each other by both color and illustration.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
11 June 2025
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Some family members called Obama's presence days later at a funeral service and his rendition of the hymn a poignant moment as the country grappled with the horror of people gunned down in church.—
Deborah Barfield Berry,
USA Today,
17 June 2025
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This is the first time DreamWorks Animation, now owned by Universal, has done a live-action rendition, with a sequel already dated for 2027.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
15 June 2025
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Neither take opposition full-backs on frequently (Tel is slightly higher at 1.57 successful take-ons per 90, compared to Mbeumo’s 1.37), preferring to do their damage with moments of quality around the box.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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Science with a Human Face The McClintock Letters aren’t about policy details or partisan takes.—
John Drake,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2025
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Change is being declared, but most of it amounts to translation: one process swapped for another, nothing truly reimagined.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2025
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The Yale Rep production will be directed by Liz Diamond, chair of the directing program at the David Geffen School of Drama, using the standard translation by Derek Prouse as adapted in 2018 by Frank Galati for a production at Asolo Repertory Theatre in Florida.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
18 June 2025
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Established in 2019, the arts and performance venue has become a cultural hotspot.—
Keyaira Boone,
Essence,
17 June 2025
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For more information on how Polartec® Alpha™ offers performance without compromise, click here.—
SJ Studio,
Sourcing Journal,
17 June 2025
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“Interpretation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interpretation. Accessed 26 Jun. 2025.
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