explained

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These circles, Gray explained, are cropped photos of textiles from Mexico, Guatemala and Japan that he found at fabric shops around Los Angeles.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

In a 17-page presentation, the league explained how allowing it to negotiate media rights deals on behalf of its 32 teams is better for consumers.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

“They’ve been people who know how to run programs, but not necessarily experts in the work of the agency,” Zuckerman explained.

From Salon • May 7, 2026

Asking me not to disclose her full name, Lisa explained how residents remained on alert and used whistles to warn others if immigration agents were seen nearby.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

"Well," Dr. Krupnik explained, "I can't call her Mommy because she's not my mother. My mother was named Ruth."

From "All About Sam" by Lois Lowry