explaining

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Chao, who was on a previously scheduled philanthropic trip, met with Chinese Vice President Han Zheng before eventually issuing a statement explaining that McConnell’s condition “did not warrant an immediate return” to the United States.

From Salon • Jul. 8, 2026

Carpino retired in April, without ever explaining what was not right in the organization or, based on the standings, repairing it.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 6, 2026

“Quality has become synonymous with potential AI disruption,” he said — explaining that AI is generally viewed as having the potential power to destroy the competitive “business moat” associated with quality companies.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 5, 2026

"Freedom was a huge priority. Living the next day, breathing next day, was a big, big issue, and I really wanted that," he said, explaining why he had wanted to move to the US.

From BBC • Jul. 2, 2026

As soon as Mr. Neely finished explaining safety precautions, we both hurried over to claim the lab table in the far back.

From "The Science of Breakable Things" by Tae Keller