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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3
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
This is where interpretation of the CBA would become crucial.
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Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 10 Sep. 2025
There are conflicting interpretations within the administration about what the United States should be doing in Venezuela.
—Newsweek Contributors, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Sep. 2025
Both Wilson and Webbon rely on strict interpretations of the Bible to back up their views that husbands rule over their wives and thus their households.
—Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
To the surprise of his court, the Pharaoh takes Joseph’s interpretations to heart and brings him on as an adviser.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 9 Sep. 2025
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Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 10 Sep. 2025
There are conflicting interpretations within the administration about what the United States should be doing in Venezuela.
—Newsweek Contributors, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Sep. 2025
Both Wilson and Webbon rely on strict interpretations of the Bible to back up their views that husbands rule over their wives and thus their households.
—Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
To the surprise of his court, the Pharaoh takes Joseph’s interpretations to heart and brings him on as an adviser.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 9 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for interpretation
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Study co-author Benjamin Proudfoot, an astronomer at the University of Central Florida, also thinks that a newfound satellite is the most likely explanation.—
Nola Taylor Tillman,
Space.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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The materialist, physiological explanation for the phenomenon of panic generates a bright contrast with the philosophical and metaphysical inquiries that have Nicholas, and Clune, in their grip.—
Scott Stossel,
The Atlantic,
9 Sep. 2025
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Advertisement Then, in February, after an early version of the site was ready, a story about Shield Seniors and Tejasvi appeared in the Dallas Observer, bringing her to the attention of the people at AARP.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
9 Sep. 2025
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While the designer version was composed entirely of cotton, these are 70 percent cotton and 30 percent polyester.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
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Muscles crossing multiple joints such as the hamstrings appear especially vulnerable to variations in playing surfaces, given their central role in sprinting and cutting.—
Michael Hales,
The Conversation,
9 Sep. 2025
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This variation keeps your audience alert.—
Chiara Alzati,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Concerns included graphic illustrations, discussion of drug or alcohol use and transgender acceptance.—
Taylor Seely,
AZCentral.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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The store supplied her with bondage pants, kilts, and T-shirts printed with obscene illustrations.—
Rebecca Mead,
New Yorker,
8 Sep. 2025
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That paradise is North Sea Jazz Festival, a 3-day celebration of local and international sonics, food and tropical bliss that descends upon the island’s capital of Willemstad each year, but with none before having gone as big as 2025’s rendition.—
Chris Barilla,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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Yungblud’s rendition of Changes at the VMAs was no less spectacular.—
Quentin Thane Singer,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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But Lee’s version of ear seeds, the viral V-Line Ear Seeding Kit, is a future-facing take of the ancient practice.—
Margaux Anbouba,
Vogue,
11 Sep. 2025
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But there hasn't been any new data that suggests that Secretary Kennedy's take is valid.—
Nick Mordowanec,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Sep. 2025
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On another project, Dutch audiovisual experts collaborated with French-only contractors, a mix that required not just translation, but diplomacy and improvisation.—
Nathanael Bondu,
Rolling Stone,
5 Sep. 2025
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English translation copyright © 2025 by Mara Faye Lethem.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Sep. 2025
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Nineteen performances are scheduled on the main stage, plus another 20 on the community stage, which also will feature dance acts.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
10 Sep. 2025
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Arya is hoping the Modern Market 100 will give investors a framework to benchmark performance across both asset classes.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Interpretation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interpretation. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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