as in to explain
to make plain or understandable
a simple explanation cleared the matter up
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This would explain those bigger groups that show up to bars and nurse one or two drinks.—
Alex Abad-Santos,
Vox,
7 Feb. 2025 -
Investigating the Link Between Cholesterol and Dementia Previous research has found a connection between cholesterol levels and cognitive health, Ryan explained.—
Brian Mastroianni,
Health,
7 Feb. 2025
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But to clarify, this isn't your regular sweaty gym bun, the kind thrown up without a care.—
Ariana Yaptangco,
Glamour,
7 Feb. 2025
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Salles doesn’t clarify his viewpoint until the end, when Eunice ages into senility.—
Armond White,
National Review,
7 Feb. 2025
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Trump’s approach to Greenland illustrates a key principle of effective statecraft: leveraging rhetoric to influence allies and adversaries alike.—
Ryan P. Burke,
Orlando Sentinel,
14 Feb. 2025
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Both locations seek to illustrate the connection between professional work and nature.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA TODAY,
14 Feb. 2025
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Putin’s reckless gamble in Ukraine demonstrated his willingness to sacrifice lucrative economic ties to Europe for glory.—
Sergey Radchenko,
Foreign Affairs,
18 Feb. 2025
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Since bursting onto the high school scene two years ago, Heeney has demonstrated moxie, toughness and strength.—
Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Feb. 2025
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Ray remains open to the endless possibilities of AI with plans for more tech integration, and the goal stays the same: not to make projects simpler but to take on more complex ones by simplifying management.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA TODAY,
13 Feb. 2025
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The key lies in simplifying your beauty routine—opt for a lightweight skin tint or strategic spot concealing.—
Stixx Mathews,
Essence,
12 Feb. 2025
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“Clear (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clear%20%28up%29. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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