explanation

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They didn’t reply when I asked for an explanation of the discrepancies between the paper and the online database.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

He initially assumed the same explanation applied here.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

Simpson, standing at his side, jumped in with a rapid-fire explanation of what had just happened, throwing her band under the bus and not making much sense at all.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

The chief of staff of the Air Force also announced his retirement without explanation just two years into a four-year term, while the head of US Southern Command retired a year into his tenure.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

Ruth’s explanation was clear and detailed, “The Fox girls have been a great deal at my house and for about two years I was a very sincere believer in the rappings.”

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock