explication

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Mr. Richardson’s explication of these sui generis novels is astute and highly welcome.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 21, 2025

Estados Unidos Mexicanos thwart case-by-case determination of PLCAA’s applicability, a process that promotes careful explication of the law.

From Slate • Jun. 6, 2025

She followed that with a second surprise song similarly awash in explication: "Lana Del Rey put out a new album today," she said.

From Salon • Oct. 13, 2023

“Clock” leans too heavily on too-obvious visual metaphors, but it’s still a vivid and visceral explication of one woman’s fears.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2023

I continue my explication of tubers, bulbs, and legumes, as if nothing has happened.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood