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explanation

[ek-spluh-ney-shuhn] / ˌɛk spləˈneɪ ʃən /


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Researchers believe the explanation may lie in environmental exposure, particularly pesticides used in agriculture.

From Science Daily • Apr. 17, 2026

Spiegel's comments on Wednesday are the first time he has pointed to AI as an explanation for staffing decisions.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

One explanation is the severe physical shortage in oil markets.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

While the cryptic video confirmed the beef, Cooper still didn’t offer any explanation as to what initially caused the turmoil between them.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

That’s the only explanation I’ve got for what I do.

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas




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