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explanations

NOUN
whys and wherefores
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The potential explanations for this staggering drop-off include a nagging shoulder injury, Maye’s decision-making, and his cratering confidence—which only leads to more mistakes.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026

Even in cities and counties that are not immediately shifting their approach to Flock, the governor’s actions and widespread scrutiny have prompted police to provide presentations and explanations for how they use their cameras.

From Salon ● Sep. 28, 2026

There were no more excuses, no more explanations for why USC was still falling short — even he seemed to agree to that.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 27, 2026

Sir John's investigation was ordered by the prime minister in September 2025 after MI5's explanations about what happened were rejected as deficient and unreliable.

From BBC ● Sep. 18, 2026

This, at least, is the accepted explanation, though like most economic explanations it seems, under certain lights, to omit the main point.

From "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin




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