expounds

verb

Definition of expoundsnext
present tense third-person singular of expound
1
as in expresses
to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion) a rambling interview in which the celebrated author expounds his views on an array of topics

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2
as in explains
to make plain or understandable at the start of the trial the judge expounded the legal difference between libel and slander to the jury

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  1. explains
  2. illustrates
  3. gives
  4. clarifies
  5. demonstrates
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  • In the 1970s, a local entrepreneur and his painter friend decided to produce their own version of the game defined by local landmarks, the event’s website explains.
    John Last, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 Dec. 2024
  • As Natalia explains, the film isn’t just about documenting these crises.
    Colleen Hamilton, Them, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of explains
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  • Beyond the economic impact, Swift illustrates the enormous influence that a woman who stands fully in her power and uses her voice can have on our culture at large.
    Holly Corbett, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
  • New data from the 2023 American Community Survey illustrates this phenomenon.
    Preston Cooper, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of illustrates
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  • The Discovery Set gives an introduction to the brand’s three-step regimen, and helps to reduce redness, inflammation and improve hydration.
    Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The bipartisan bill gives the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission more backstop authority to approve critical infrastructure from electric transmission to interstate natural gas pipelines.
    Dipka Bhambhani, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of gives
Verb
  • Scarpa’s allegory clarifies the political games-playing that few have heeded from Roman history or imperial mythology.
    Armond White, National Review, 6 Dec. 2024
  • While signing Jansen clarifies the catching situation in Tampa, the Red Sox have only Connor Wong listed at catcher on their 40-man roster.
    Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of clarifies
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  • This publicly demonstrates your ongoing commitment to accessibility, reflecting your organization's specific policies and the current status of accessibility efforts.
    Ran Ronen, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Other thoughtful gestures could include crafting handmade items, printing a photo that captures your bond or any action that demonstrates time and effort, Ward said.
    Julianna Bragg, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of demonstrates
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