explanations
Example Sentences
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The sums are vast, but the explanations for the spending range from vague to inscrutable.
From Salon ● Aug. 20, 2026
There could be other explanations for these developments, for example, related to market functioning or inflation.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 20, 2026
It said it had given him explanations and assurances on action taken and ongoing payments.
From BBC ● Aug. 17, 2026
U.S. diplomats have broad authority to cancel visas without providing explanations to affected foreign citizens.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2026
A vegetarian—he and Lissa had an amazing ability to come up with explanations for my odd behavior.
From "The Old Willis Place" by Mary Downing Hahn
