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The researchers also proposed an explanation for the pale "white worm" appearance reported in some bottles: larvae that spend long periods in alcohol may lose some of their reddish color over time.
From Science Daily • Apr. 26, 2026
Another explanation for the long-running, multibillion-dollar boondoggle is that despite exposes such as the one in 2020 by the late L.A.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026
Most of the court’s rulings and orders in cases on the emergency docket go without explanation.
From Salon • Apr. 25, 2026
Once in the hands of experts, the historical value of the hoard - as well as a possible explanation for its burial - began to emerge.
From BBC • Apr. 25, 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
Vocabulary lists containing explanation
The Language of Standardized Tests, List 1
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PARCC: Language of the Test (Grade7)
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The SAT: Language of the Test, List 4
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