as in translates
to express something (as a text or statement) in different words
I don't understand what you're asking—could you rephrase your question?
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Ivey’s diagnosis by the medical team roughly translates to runner’s knee, a common issue for players recovering from reconstructive surgery in their lower legs.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Feb. 2026 -
The pattern translates just as nicely on nails—consider a cat-eye finish for an extra realistic, glass-like look.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
21 Feb. 2026
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“Rephrases.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rephrases. Accessed 27 Feb. 2026.
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