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
Its plight is spelled out in securities filings containing cryptic language.
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CBS News, 11 June 2026
The medical examiner’s role, spelled out in Florida statute, requires the dead be identified, injuries and wounds be documented and cause and manner of death be determined.
—Stephen Hudak, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 June 2026
But their accounts echoed one other’s — and spelled out Gombert’s MO.
—Paul Solotaroff, Rolling Stone, 9 June 2026
Just like with the payment schedule, Cosby says that the process for change orders should be spelled out in writing prior to a project starting.
—Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 7 June 2026
While not specifically spelled out in the measure, the method for determining which San Diego second homes would be subject to the tax would rely on what’s known as the rental unit business tax.
—Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 June 2026
The Launch of Ritz-Carlton Signature Experiences Ritz-Carlton The Ritz-Carlton brand is probably best known for its legendary customer service, which is spelled out in the company’s Gold Standards.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Danantara’s impact on small-volume trade, specialized product exports and downstream industries still needs to be spelled out, according to Eddy Martono, chairman of the Indonesian Palm Oil Association.
—Edna Tarigan, Fortune, 26 May 2026
Each student in the Exceptional Children program has their needs spelled out in an individualized education program, or IEP.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 18 May 2026
CBS News, 11 June 2026
The medical examiner’s role, spelled out in Florida statute, requires the dead be identified, injuries and wounds be documented and cause and manner of death be determined.
—Stephen Hudak, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 June 2026
But their accounts echoed one other’s — and spelled out Gombert’s MO.
—Paul Solotaroff, Rolling Stone, 9 June 2026
Just like with the payment schedule, Cosby says that the process for change orders should be spelled out in writing prior to a project starting.
—Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 7 June 2026
While not specifically spelled out in the measure, the method for determining which San Diego second homes would be subject to the tax would rely on what’s known as the rental unit business tax.
—Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 June 2026
The Launch of Ritz-Carlton Signature Experiences Ritz-Carlton The Ritz-Carlton brand is probably best known for its legendary customer service, which is spelled out in the company’s Gold Standards.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Danantara’s impact on small-volume trade, specialized product exports and downstream industries still needs to be spelled out, according to Eddy Martono, chairman of the Indonesian Palm Oil Association.
—Edna Tarigan, Fortune, 26 May 2026
Each student in the Exceptional Children program has their needs spelled out in an individualized education program, or IEP.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 18 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spelled out
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The governor has previously explained that difficult decisions must be made as the state could soon face an economic downturn.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
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The recent fire heavily damaged the structure, and a structural assessment found that what remains is not salvageable, DPR explained.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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One of my favorites is Suzuki Beane (1961) written by Sandra Scoppettone and illustrated by Louise Fitzhugh, a parody of Eloise at the Plaza Hotel.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
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Gambling can also be a health risk, as illustrated through Sorsby receiving treatment for gambling addiction, and lead to financial problems for gamblers.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
9 June 2026
Verb
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The company says testing has demonstrated improvements in durability, safety, and low-temperature performance.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
8 June 2026
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Company executives demonstrated using the virtual assistant for various everyday tasks, such as looking up the date of a concert, shopping for a backpack or planning a soccer watch party.—
David Ingram,
NBC news,
8 June 2026
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The attack took place on the mezzanine leading to Amtrak trains, not on a train or platform, Anderson clarified.—
Roni Jacobson,
New York Daily News,
8 June 2026
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The agency clarified that the fee would only apply to new applicants living abroad, and not renewals.—
Melissa Quinn,
CBS News,
8 June 2026
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Highly capable professionals often spend enormous amounts of energy replaying conversations, second-guessing decisions, and trying to predict how others interpreted their behavior.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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Obsession doesn’t seem so interested in concerns such as intimate-partner abuse, although it could easily be interpreted as an allegory for it.—
Emma Stefansky,
The Atlantic,
5 June 2026
Verb
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The grille design has also been simplified, replacing the previous dash-like detailing with cleaner vertical strakes arranged in a shield pattern.—
Matthew MacConnell,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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In addition, the use of lightweight materials simplified transport and assembly.—
Bridget Borgobello
May 31,
New Atlas,
31 May 2026
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