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as in evolution
the act or process of going from the simple or basic to the complex or advanced
the elaboration of the Internet from an exclusive computer network into a worldwide communications network of colossal proportions
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as in exaggeration
the representation of something in terms that go beyond the facts
the eyewitness was deemed unreliable because of his obvious elaboration of what he had actually seen
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Recent Examples of elaboration
The press release did not provide details on the allegations and the office did not respond to a message seeking elaboration on specific cases.
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ABC News, 26 Mar. 2026
To highlight his creative process, instead of a look book, Mabire-Larguier showcased the toile of his design on a dummy at the entrance to the studio, with pattern-marks and pins on show, all the better to signify the technique involved in its elaboration.
—Alex Wynne, Footwear News, 29 Jan. 2026
Her entry was the shortest in the statement and included no elaboration.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 21 Jan. 2026
Jackson acknowledged only that circumstances changed — without elaboration.
—Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 13 Jan. 2026
Juicy, whole lobster served grilled or blackened is best, though the menu at this famous haunt features every possible elaboration of the dish.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 7 Jan. 2026
Two other things come up in the conversation that need some clarification and elaboration.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 7 Jan. 2026
Trump’s statement about Iran included no elaboration or specific plan for military action.
—Will Gottsegen, The Atlantic, 2 Jan. 2026
At a time when Lope de Vega, Calderón de la Barca, and Cervantes were weaving verbal spells upon the stage, music must have seemed a superfluous addition—just as, in England, the mighty lines of Marlowe and Shakespeare hardly cried out for melodic elaboration.
—Alex Ross, New Yorker, 1 Dec. 2025
ABC News, 26 Mar. 2026
To highlight his creative process, instead of a look book, Mabire-Larguier showcased the toile of his design on a dummy at the entrance to the studio, with pattern-marks and pins on show, all the better to signify the technique involved in its elaboration.
—Alex Wynne, Footwear News, 29 Jan. 2026
Her entry was the shortest in the statement and included no elaboration.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 21 Jan. 2026
Jackson acknowledged only that circumstances changed — without elaboration.
—Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 13 Jan. 2026
Juicy, whole lobster served grilled or blackened is best, though the menu at this famous haunt features every possible elaboration of the dish.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 7 Jan. 2026
Two other things come up in the conversation that need some clarification and elaboration.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 7 Jan. 2026
Trump’s statement about Iran included no elaboration or specific plan for military action.
—Will Gottsegen, The Atlantic, 2 Jan. 2026
At a time when Lope de Vega, Calderón de la Barca, and Cervantes were weaving verbal spells upon the stage, music must have seemed a superfluous addition—just as, in England, the mighty lines of Marlowe and Shakespeare hardly cried out for melodic elaboration.
—Alex Ross, New Yorker, 1 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for elaboration
Noun
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In one scene, as Grace walks through the tunnel to first meet Rocky, Fraser explains that the tunnel itself went through an evolution.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
31 Mar. 2026
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Think evolution, not reinvention for a modern matte finish that feels more dimensional, skin-like, and adaptable to different coverage preferences.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
31 Mar. 2026
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Behind the private gates of Clos du Lac, where vineyards edge the winding roads, one hilltop estate overlooking Folsom Lake pulls off the Mediterranean spirit so seamlessly that comparisons to the Italian countryside don’t feel like exaggeration.—
David Caraccio
March 28,
Sacbee.com,
28 Mar. 2026
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Together, these individuals bedevil lawmakers with their flag-waving and their exaggerations about the alien problem.—
Christine Smallwood,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Mar. 2026
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In scope, the planned stadium development dwarfs the 23 other projects Kansas has realized through its STAR bond program since 1999.—
Matthew Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
28 Mar. 2026
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Aaron told me that Feinstein had played no role in the development of the app and had never downloaded it.—
Oriana van Praag,
New Yorker,
28 Mar. 2026
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Also riding this jet stream of enhancements are, among others, Qantas and Korean Air.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
28 Mar. 2026
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According to MnDOT, the project will resurface aging pavement, repair and improve bridges, repair and resurface ramps, replace drainage and make additional safety enhancements.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
26 Mar. 2026
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The Hormuz crisis is reversing that progress.—
Nicholas Gordon,
Fortune,
29 Mar. 2026
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Furthermore, this is also signaling continued progress toward maturing hybrid propulsion technologies for tactical use, the South China Morning Post reports.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The latter, a wry comedy of futile endeavor, was based on a story by Kiarostami, but Haghighi soon sought to shake off Kiarostami’s influence—and, even more, a prevailing caricature of Iranian cinema that Kiarostami’s style had given rise to.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
27 Mar. 2026
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There will also be hands-on creative activities for people of all ages, including printmaking, henna and glitter tattoos, foam crafts, sand art, caricatures, and more.—
Alyson Rodriguez,
Dallas Morning News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Without a clear sense of progression, applicants may delay and abandon enrollment altogether.—
Ascend Agency,
Mercury News,
26 Mar. 2026
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The new Webb observations build on that dataset, offering a broader, multiwavelength perspective as the planet continues its progression toward its next equinox.—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Then get here a little early, jumps on the BOSU ball, stretching, taping, and trying to stay warm as long as possible.—
Dom Amore,
Hartford Courant,
31 Mar. 2026
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Just five minutes of mindful movement, like gentle stretching or a quick yoga flow, can help lower stress hormones and support your body’s natural anti-inflammatory defenses.—
Lauren Manaker,
SELF,
26 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Elaboration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elaboration. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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