explain away
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When something frightening develops gradually, we explain away warning signs because they don’t fit the world we already know.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 13, 2026
Collagen is the primary structural protein found in bone tissue and one of the hardest biomolecules to explain away as contamination when identified in this context.
From Science Daily ● May 14, 2026
Team USA has always had a convenient excuse to explain away its disappointing track record in the World Baseball Classic.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 12, 2026
One of them attempted to explain away her condition by claiming it was difficult to speak when reporting from cold climates.
From Barron's ● Feb. 19, 2026
How long could she explain away his absence?
From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers
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