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explanation

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


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“They didn’t give any explanation as to why,” said the lawyer, Leonard Williamson.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

Earlier opinion polls also offer a possible explanation for Becerra’s rise.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

The new study offers a different explanation, combining expertise from immunology, physics, and animal behavior.

From Science Daily • May 31, 2026

To some employees, the executive’s explanation was a semantic shield, a technicality used to protect the Gates brand.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

“Well, I want to keep my explanation for the night of my lecture,” Maggie answered.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock




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