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as in explanation
a statement that makes something clear
that's one possible interpretation of that cryptic remark
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as in version
a presentation of an artistic work (as a piece of music) from a particular point of view
a sensitive interpretation of a piece that is a touchstone for violinists
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as in variation
a distinct treatment of something (as a story or a play)
a very Freudian interpretation of The Nutcracker
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Recent Examples of interpretation
Speculation later arose that the song referred to smoking marijuana, an interpretation Mr. Yarrow strongly denied.
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Jim Farber, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2025
This, of course, opens itself up to timely interpretations.
—Eric Kohn, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Jan. 2025
The courts back up that interpretation, but not everyone else buys it, so many front-line professionals refuse to use the tools the law gives them.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 5 Jan. 2025
From tactile maps and Braille wall text to ASL interpretation, audio guides, and wheelchair-friendly pathways, the museum is shaping what a truly inclusive cultural space can be.
—M. Leona Godin, AFAR Media, 3 Jan. 2025
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Jim Farber, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2025
This, of course, opens itself up to timely interpretations.
—Eric Kohn, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Jan. 2025
The courts back up that interpretation, but not everyone else buys it, so many front-line professionals refuse to use the tools the law gives them.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 5 Jan. 2025
From tactile maps and Braille wall text to ASL interpretation, audio guides, and wheelchair-friendly pathways, the museum is shaping what a truly inclusive cultural space can be.
—M. Leona Godin, AFAR Media, 3 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for interpretation
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There were no noted dissents, although Justices Sonia Sotomayor and Neil Gorsuch gave their own explanations for why the law should be upheld.Maureen Groppe, USA TODAY, 17 Jan. 2025
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Lynch leaves behind a body of work that defies explanation yet demands exploration, ensuring audiences will return to them again and again, captivated and confounded.Darryn King, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
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The program, implemented in 2016, will be replaced with Meta's own version of Community Notes, a crowdsourced approach to reviewing online content employed by X, the social media platform previously known as Twitter.Anne Marie Lee, CBS News, 10 Jan. 2025
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Marcus Smart has been either injured or hasn’t looked like the best version of himself.Fred Katz, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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These games often come in multiple formats, including traditional versions and innovative variations.Matthew Gover, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
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The Chicago Bears purchased a massive tract of land in the suburbs in early 2023 and have since gone through multiple variations of plans in different places and now are hoping, though not guaranteed, to start work on a lakefront stadium next year.Parker Gabriel, The Denver Post, 5 Jan. 2025
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Source photographs for illustration above: Screenshots from Cameo.Sophie Haigney, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2025
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The illustration also includes a completely prostate Mickey Mouse, representing the Walt Disney Company, which owns ABC News.The Editors of ARTnews, ARTnews.com, 8 Jan. 2025
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Although there have been renditions quietly spread online in the past, the first time Mole Meatballs appeared on my radar was at La Fogata, the signature restaurant at The Scottsdale Resort and Spa in Arizona.Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Jan. 2025
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The rendition, however, received a standing ovation, a powerful moment that underscored the emotional depth of the service and the enduring impact of Carter's vision for global harmony.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025
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Troy Aikman dropped a juicy take when adding his commentary about the Dallas Cowboys and Mike McCarthy parting separate ways on Monday.John Mac Ghlionn, Newsweek, 14 Jan. 2025
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At the same time, Musk has received criticism for tweeting controversial political takes about the wildfires and the government’s response.Michael Kan, PCMAG, 13 Jan. 2025
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This integration enables automatic language detection, real-time translation and dynamic resource allocation—capabilities that transform how global businesses operate.Andres Zunino, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
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Plus, since most of the app's content is in Mandarin, subtitles are suddenly rampant — as are posts from Americans who want to learn the language, including by exchanging translations of popular slang phrases with Chinese commenters.Rachel Treisman, NPR, 15 Jan. 2025
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Sunday was about as ho-hum as a dominant performance could be.Tim Graham, The Athletic, 13 Jan. 2025
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With four interceptions and just 14 completions on 32 attempts, Herbert had, arguably, the worst performance of his career.Jackson Thompson, Fox News, 12 Jan. 2025
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“Interpretation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interpretation. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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