interpreted

Example Sentences

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I stand by it as a novel, but I felt like the way it was interpreted was like, “Fine, yes, it’s a novel about acceptance and the grass not being always greener.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

There are still uncertainties about El Nino's arrival and impacts, and scientists caution that forecasts should be interpreted with that in mind.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

Northern Ireland's independent autism reviewer, Ema Cubitt, said the statistics were important but should be "interpreted carefully".

From BBC • May 16, 2026

All this was further encouraged by a series of court cases that the city interpreted to mean it could do nothing about those encampments.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

Regardless of perspective, what was important was the message imparted by one through posture and expression and interpreted by the other: You may get the better of me, but it will cost you.

From "The Underground Railroad: A Novel" by Colson Whitehead