explanation
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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
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“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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The Language of Standardized Tests, List 1
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PARCC: Language of the Test (Grade7)
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The SAT: Language of the Test, List 4
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