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explanation

[ek-spluh-ney-shuhn] / ˌɛk spləˈneɪ ʃən /


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He initially assumed the same explanation applied here.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 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

“Either they see us as small children incapable of having things explained to them, or they believe such explanation is beneath them,” it said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

One explanation for someone else’s information appearing on your tax return is simple human error.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

“Well, I want to keep my explanation for the night of my lecture,” Maggie answered.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock