Thesaurus / ex-planations
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synonyms for ex-planations
synonyms for ex-planations
- explanation
- expression
- gesture
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- voice-over
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- interpretation
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- example
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- analogy
- model
- case history
- case in point
- sampling
- for instance
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MOST RELEVANT
- failure
- dullness
- neglect
- question
- negligence
- disrespect
- disregard
- thoughtlessness
- heedlessness
- carelessness
- ignorance
- silence
- outgrowth
- issue
- fruit
- development
- consequence
- neglect
- finish
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- discouragement
- effect
- product
- outcome
- thoughtlessness
- result
- sympathy
- kindness
- consideration
- retreat
- truth
- proof
- good will
- friendship
- friendliness
- affection
- denial
- reality
- criticism
- complaint
- charge
- repudiation
- indictment
- defiance
- condemnation
- censure
- accusation
- refusal
- denial
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