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as in interpretation
a statement that makes something clear
an explanation of photosynthesis that most museum visitors will be able to understand
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as in reason
a statement given to explain a belief or act
when questioned by authorities, the students were at a loss for an explanation for their senseless vandalism
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Recent Examples of explanation
There was little immediate public explanation or detail from the White House in the aftermath of Trump’s dramatic escalation.
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Phil Mattingly, CNN Money, 27 May 2025
His administration has nixed thousands of student visas, many with little explanation, causing some to flee the country over fear of arrest, though some of the visas have later been restored.
—Lexi Lonas Cochran, The Hill, 26 May 2025
Regina said that the money was eventually returned with no explanation a few days later.
—Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 25 May 2025
The numbers alone do not provide an explanation of why interest rates are higher.
—Christian Weller, Forbes.com, 24 May 2025
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Phil Mattingly, CNN Money, 27 May 2025
His administration has nixed thousands of student visas, many with little explanation, causing some to flee the country over fear of arrest, though some of the visas have later been restored.
—Lexi Lonas Cochran, The Hill, 26 May 2025
Regina said that the money was eventually returned with no explanation a few days later.
—Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 25 May 2025
The numbers alone do not provide an explanation of why interest rates are higher.
—Christian Weller, Forbes.com, 24 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for explanation
Noun
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Some council members questioned Fox’s interpretation of the law.—
Chase Jordan,
Charlotte Observer,
22 May 2025
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Regulatory documents are often written for legal interpretation, not technical implementation, leaving development teams struggling to translate abstract obligations into concrete product functionalities.—
Suresh Kannan,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
Noun
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Early reactions to the live-action remake note the film's inclusion of iconic original moments as a key reason for its success.—
Sharareh Drury,
People.com,
26 May 2025
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There’s a reason the studio’s nickname is the Magic Kingdom.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
26 May 2025
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Perhaps there’s no better illustration of Faena’s success in cultivating regenerative relationships than artist-patron Lyra Drake.—
Lilian Raji,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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Emblazoned with colorful graphics, the illustrations include, beach balls, popsicles, suns, bikinis, barbecue grills, and aptly fruits.—
Charlie Carballo,
Footwear News,
20 May 2025
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Yet Vance has for years been picking an argument with the Chief Justice over the legitimacy of federal court orders.—
Ruth Marcus,
New Yorker,
25 May 2025
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The dynamic may be marked by frequent ruptures, including arguments, silent treatment or emotional withdrawal, followed by sudden closeness, reconciliation or affection.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
Noun
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Some Seneca members, however, noted that an apology means little without meaningful action.—
Muri Assunção,
New York Daily News,
20 May 2025
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The owner of a San Diego café issued a public apology after at least 98 people got sick, including nine who were hospitalized, according to local reports.—
Jasmine Laws,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 May 2025
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Long does not have any formal training in tax, law, or accounting, does not have a college degree, and never served in Congress on a tax writing committee.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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Federal authorities allege the victims were rarely provided any accounting of their debt.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
20 May 2025
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And still others, eyes already on 2028, are quietly offering up preemptive justifications before the blame begins to settle.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 May 2025
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The original justification for dropping HBO from HBO Max was to signal a something-for-everyone content cornucopia.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
14 May 2025
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The rationale, according to airline analysts, is straightforward: solo travelers are more likely to be business travelers, who typically book flights with less concern about cost due to corporate budgets.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 May 2025
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The ruling leaves some other Trump tariffs in place, including those on foreign steel, aluminum and autos, because those levies were imposed based on a different legal rationale and came after investigations by government agencies.—
Dave Goldiner,
New York Daily News,
29 May 2025
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“Explanation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/explanation. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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