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explanation

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


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But if De Zerbi is looking for someone capable of playing across the front line while consistently threatening the opposition goal, the data offers a compelling explanation for Spurs' interest.

From BBC Aug. 6, 2026

That is when the fraud squad probes for an explanation.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 4, 2026

“Though they have explained that the process is time-consuming, they do not appear to have started it, or provided any adequate explanation as to why,” Frimpong wrote.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 4, 2026

The new study offers an explanation for where some of that damage occurs and what may be causing it.

From Science Daily Aug. 2, 2026

Without a word of explanation, he walked toward his house.

From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney

“When you decide not to serve as executor in Washington, you don’t need to provide detailed explanations or justifications,” the law firm adds.

From MarketWatch Aug. 1, 2026

However, Koch argues that they deserve serious investigation because they may expose gaps in current scientific explanations.

From Science Daily Jul. 30, 2026

He says the theory offers "one of the best explanations" for the differences in how people seek support and connection with others.

From BBC Jul. 28, 2026

Even suggesting research into alternative sociological explanations is viewed as racist, morally wrong and victim blaming at best.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 25, 2026

She loves mysteries, too, but she loves explanations for mysteries even more.

From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti




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