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explanations

NOUN
whys and wherefores
Synonyms


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U.S. diplomats have broad authority to cancel visas without providing explanations to affected foreign citizens.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 14, 2026

A simpler and more effective solution would be for state insurance regulators to mandate public disclosure of all ratings of private credit, along with explanations on how they were determined.

From MarketWatch Aug. 3, 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

Here the fundamental distinction between facts and explanations, which goes back to Montaigne and beyond, is restated.

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton




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