deciphered

verb

Definition of decipherednext
past tense of decipher
1
as in cracked
to change (as a secret message) from code into ordinary language we deciphered the hidden message to find out when we were supposed to meet

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2
as in understood
to have a clear idea of a convoluted thriller, the plot of which I was never able to actually decipher

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  1. understood
  2. translated
  3. decoded
  4. broke
  5. recognized
  6. solved
  7. saw
  8. appreciated
Verb
  • Against United, Adams understood his assignment and executed it very well.
    Felipe Cardenas, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Regardless, the coach understood this group’s never-surrender mindset.
    Ben Standig, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of understood
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  • It was translated by John Newton.
    Iñaki Laguardia, Architectural Digest, 24 Dec. 2024
  • That translated to four million barrels per day of crude oil.
    Daniel Markind, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of translated
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  • Researchers at Northwestern University and the Uniformed Services University (USU) have decoded the mechanism behind this powerful antioxidant.
    Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 9 Dec. 2024
  • Stine has penned a compelling novel about love and a world decoded with new language.
    Lorraine Berry, Los Angeles Times, 25 Nov. 2024
Definition of decoded
Verb
  • After news of Lively’s complaint broke, WME dropped Baldoni as a client.
    Kimberly Nordyke, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Lewis, who read the quarterback perfectly and was initially positioned near the back of the end zone, broke hard toward the area before Maye had finished his delivery.
    Joe Buscaglia, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of broke
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  • This research station, primarily dedicated to bird banding, became internationally recognized under his leadership.
    Scott Travers, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • It is considered an allergenic protein which, when not recognized by the body, triggers an immune reaction, intestinal porosity and histamine secretion.
    Marie Bladt, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of recognized
Verb
  • Google’s Willow chip solved in five minutes a problem that would take today’s fastest supercomputers 10 septillion years.
    Dev Patnaik, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • This issue will not be solved by a one-time cut.
    Doug Criscitello, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of solved
Verb
  • The 600-pound statue was stolen in October, sawed off above the feet, and then found by police, according to the AP.
    Annalise Frank, Axios, 13 Dec. 2024
  • Gibbs hastily sawed off his leg cast, and was seen some time later taking the long-range shot that painted Pedro’s truck window with brain matter.
    Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of saw
Verb
  • Your readership is always appreciated.
    Josh Yohe, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Adams didn’t receive a standing ovation after coming off in the 89th minute, but Bournemouth’s traveling contingent of supporters certainly appreciated the effort from their American international.
    Felipe Cardenas, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of appreciated
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