explain away
Example Sentences
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It is hard to imagine PEN would explain away the exclusion of another disfavored minority’s books as a question of “business or taste.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 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
Jean doesn’t try to explain away the contradiction.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 25, 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
If I can just see him in person, he’ll be able to explain away what Zero had said.
From "Warcross" by Marie Lu
