explanations

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In order to assess whether Trump’s lawsuit was valid, she ordered his personal attorneys and the DOJ to provide written explanations to the court detailing whether they were in conflict with each other.

From Slate • Jun. 4, 2026

But critics argue that such explanations often mask poor planning and systemic inefficiencies, placing the burden of long hours on cast and crew.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Researchers say the findings provide one of the clearest explanations yet for why aging brains become increasingly vulnerable to disease and mental decline.

From Science Daily • May 29, 2026

All the “bad” explanations continue to pose a threat to bond investors.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

She was nearly trampled by her children, whose flight out of the living room was a headlong sprint that left no time for explanations to anyone.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy