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account

[uh-kount] / əˈkaʊnt /
NOUN
written description of past events
Synonyms
STRONGEST
detail explanation history narrative report story tale version
STRONG
ABCs bulletin chronicle make narration recital score tab take
WEAK
annal blow-by-blow lowdown play by play run down the picture the whole picture
NOUN
record of finances, fees, or charges
Synonyms
STRONGEST
bill book charge check record report statement
STRONG
IOU balance books computation cuff grunt inventory invoice ledger reckoning register score tab tally
WEAK
bad news
NOUN
basis or consideration for action
Synonyms
STRONGEST
interest
STRONG
cause ground grounds justification motive rationale rationalization reason regard sake

Example Sentences

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Iran's military claims the US operation was "completely foiled", but has not given a full account of events.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

“Air crew members are taught how to use everything from flares, radios and other equipment to properly and effectively evade the enemy and return to safety,” according to an Air Force account.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

He grew up in Providence, R.I., and by his own account was aimless until his 21st year.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

West's X account was banned multiple times in 2022 due to posts that violated the platform's rules.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

“Jasper’s got the day off today on account of his sister having a new baby and needing some extra help around the farm.”

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.