spelled out

verb

past tense of spell out
as in explained
to make plain or understandable the dating applicant spelled out exactly what she wanted in a man

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Recent Examples of spelled out With its name spelled out in gold, Lady Moura was—and still is—prime tabloid fodder. — Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026 The hotel’s personality is spelled out by the stores in the mall it’s connected to—all upscale, all chic. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026 In case of what need not be spelled out when the series opens with a shocking tableau of gay bar owner Leo Struthers (Alan Cumming), the recipient of Melba’s speech, hanging by his neck from a streetlight outside his Manchester home. — Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 2 Oct. 2026 The council’s discussion followed a story Monday in The Times that detailed how LA28 failed to adhere to the strict annual reporting requirements spelled out in the organization’s 2021 contract with the city. — James Rainey, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026 Google assuredly spelled out its reservation of rights to advertise, at a minimum, its own and its affiliates products or services. — Joe Kinsey Outkick, FOXNews.com, 24 Sep. 2026 Swift’s fans figured out Tuesday that the third letter of each word/term — when rearranged — spelled out Encore. — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 23 Sep. 2026 His 122-page indictment, which named Badio and the Colombians among others, spelled out a power grab that also involved people in the president’s circle. — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 20 Sep. 2026 Also pictured was a custom chain with Bronze’s name spelled out in diamonds. — Emy Lacroix, PEOPLE, 14 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spelled out
  1. explained
  2. illustrated
  3. demonstrated
  4. clarified
  5. interpreted
  6. simplified
Verb
  • From Texas to beyond The couple initially considered limiting their contribution to Texas, Michael explained at the event, before deciding to expand the initiative nationwide.
    — Sydney Lake, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Spagnuolo explained that the recognition is awarded only after a Chiefs victory, with the coaching staff putting together a highlight tape the following Saturday morning.
    — Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of explained
Verb
  • Written and illustrated by Endrime co-founder Mohsin Sajid, the 120-page book focuses on making a 5-pocket selvedge Endrime jean—a fit based on a 1937 jean.
    — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
  • That means judges in other states could rule for players, a point illustrated by litigation in Louisiana regarding the return of NFL players to LSU.
    — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of illustrated
Verb
  • Submarine’s combat capabilities tested The launches demonstrated the submarine’s ability to engage targets at sea and on land while operating underwater in the Pacific Ocean.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2026
  • The ceremony demonstrated the link between women’s economic empowerment and the prosperity, stability and security of broader communities.
    — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of demonstrated
Verb
  • The moon is a natural satellite, Google clarified for them live on-air.
    — Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 13 Oct. 2026
  • The government later clarified that Moscow’s attempts to interfere were unsuccessful.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of clarified
Verb
  • And so, of course, there’s always these big hazards in drawing parallels between human, humans and microbes, especially because the language is interpreted in so many different ways by different people.
    — Quanta Magazine, Quanta Magazine, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Some interpreted the announcement as a signal that Jordan would become a regular presence on the studio desk.
    — Chantz Martin OutKick, FOXNews.com, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of interpreted
Verb
  • The state Title Board works hard to craft the ballot language every year, but their product must be simplified and streamlined.
    — The Denver Post Editorial Board, Denver Post, 3 Oct. 2026
  • Grayscale, minimalist launchers, app blockers and simplified home screens all help.
    — Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of simplified

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“Spelled out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spelled%20out. Accessed 17 Oct. 2026.

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