interpretations

plural of interpretation
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as in versions
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 variations
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 interpretations Of course, these are far-afield interpretations of Kris Kringle chic. Gráinne O'Hara Belluomo, WWD, 23 Dec. 2024 Understanding how devices log activity, what processes can trigger certain data points, and the potential for alternative interpretations can be critical in effectively challenging or defending digital evidence in court. Lars Daniel, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024 That’s because those rates are directly tied to the yield on the 10-year Treasury, which moves on economic factors such as inflation and growth, and interpretations of the Fed’s future moves. Jeanne Sahadi, CNN, 19 Dec. 2024 So are cases in fiction where therapists interpret clients’ experiences for them instead of eliciting a client’s own interpretations. Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024 But each of the actors did wind up sharing some telling insights into their interpretations of their respective characters. Adam B. Vary, Variety, 19 Dec. 2024 As these legendary works and characters step into the public domain, the floodgates open for new interpretations, adaptations, and reimaginings, giving creators a fresh canvas to work with and breathe new life into these cultural cornerstones. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024 The reels are projected side by side, accompanied by alternating soundtracks, thus lending itself to almost infinite audience interpretations. Mike Barnes, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Dec. 2024 The event showcased Montblanc’s unique ability to redefine tradition, aligning its core values with modern interpretations of culture and creativity. Fairchild Studio, WWD, 16 Dec. 2024
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Noun
  • Concerns about privacy, national security and government transparency have escalated, with local officials like Herd seeking clearer explanations about the origins and purposes of these aerial operations.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
  • There are a couple of possible explanations.
    Alex Hutchinson, Outside Online, 23 Dec. 2024
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  • Eugene Levy, Zach Galifianakis, and Eva Longoria play fictional versions of themselves cast as Charles, Oliver, and Mabel, respectively, and naturally get into the sleuthing spirit.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Shari Lewis’s beloved 1960’s lamb puppet has solidified a space in our dog’s lives, from seasonal outfits, to jumbo versions, to tiny birthday hats, and even entire boxes of different sized lambs.
    Annemarie Dooling, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Check for misspellings in the domain name of email addresses and look for variations in the logo of the company.
    Audrey Nguyen, NPR, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Related Articles For the live taping of the series, Johansson wore two variations on her black suit.
    Julia Teti, WWD, 23 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • The pretty packaging features illustrations inspired by the plants from Kew’s historical archives.
    Laia Farran Graves, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
  • Its whimsical illustrations and memorable characters have captivated generations of readers and inspired several movies of the same name!
    Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 19 Dec. 2024
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  • Many people have posted artistic renditions of the plushie, including a crochet version of him.
    Daysia Tolentino, NBC News, 19 Dec. 2024
  • From there, renditions are endless and equally crispy.
    Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 18 Dec. 2024
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  • But for those not named Mariah, literal translations are hard to pull off.
    Gráinne O'Hara Belluomo, WWD, 23 Dec. 2024
  • And in three different English translations.
    Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 13 Dec. 2024

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“Interpretations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interpretations. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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