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explanation
[ ek-spluh-ney-shuhn ]
noun
- the act or process of explaining.
Synonyms: , , , ,
- something that explains; a statement made to clarify something and make it understandable; exposition:
an explanation of a poem.
- a meaning or interpretation:
to find an explanation for a mystery.
Synonyms: , ,
- a mutual declaration of the meaning of words spoken, actions, motives, etc., with a view to adjusting a misunderstanding or reconciling differences:
After a long and emotional explanation they were friends again.
explanation
/ ˌɛəˈԱɪʃə /
noun
- the act or process of explaining
- a statement or occurrence that explains
- a clarification of disputed terms or points; reconciliation
Other 51Թ Forms
- v·p·ԲtDz noun
- e··ԲtDz noun
- e··ԲtDz noun
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of explanation1
Example Sentences
So here is a look at the leading theories about Trump’s abrupt climb-down Wednesday, followed by a look at why, no matter the explanation for his trade war, it doesn’t make sense for America.
Analysts and experts have offered a grab bag other explanations about why Trump made such an aggressive move on trade last week.
Harris, who is due to be sentenced later, was found guilty of attempted murder after a trial at Leeds Crown Court, but offered no explanation for the attack.
That remains the best explanation I’ve heard yet for the pile of steaming insanity that currently inhabits the Oval Office.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said that Chinese troops fighting on Ukrainian territory "puts into question China's declared stance for peace" and added that their envoy in Kyiv has been summoned for an explanation.
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