as in explained
to make plain or understandable
what I'm trying to get across is that there simply is no money for the project
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Athron explained that new tariffs apply if any tea blend contains leaves from China or India, regardless of where it's processed.—
Amanda Castro
Hannah Parry
Shane Croucher
Jack Royston,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025 -
Robinson also explained the obscure engravings found on bullet casings that were left behind at the scene.—
Connor Greene,
Time,
17 Sep. 2025
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The timing, although likely coincidental, illustrated the dilemma Democrats currently face.—
Mabinty Quarshie,
The Washington Examiner,
11 Sep. 2025
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The lesson is beautifully depicted in the 30-page journey illustrated by Setor Fiadzigbey, who perfectly draws ballet poses, including pointe dancing.—
Leslie D. Rose,
Parents,
11 Sep. 2025
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Last year demonstrated that late September and early October can be an active period for tropical development, with multiple threats that may be high-impact and potentially devastating.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
16 Sep. 2025
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The team successfully demonstrated the system’s ability to quickly store and retrieve a digital image, proving its functionality for fast, large-scale data storage.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Sep. 2025
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However, Casie later clarified, she isn’t necessarily used to red carpets — despite making several appearances alongside her famous dad over the years.—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
13 Sep. 2025
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Glycerin helps maintain balance, so skin feels clarified, not stripped, while lecithin aids in dissolving debris, and myrtle leaf water provides an antioxidant boost.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
12 Sep. 2025
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This obviously reflects a complex neural circuit, simplified here for clarity.—
Richard Menger MD MPA,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Parking is simplified as well, thanks to Intelligent Parking Assist.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
13 Sep. 2025
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The precise role of tax compliance is not spelled out in the memorandum, but its significance cannot be overstated.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Not that the down-to-earth stage royal visualizes her name spelled out in lights.—
Matthew Gurewitsch,
Air Mail,
16 Aug. 2025
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Villa’s imbalanced squad has been illuminated at the start of this campaign.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
11 Sep. 2025
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During testing, the tower was illuminated in multiple colors, including royal blue and red to match both the Chiefs and the structure’s daytime look.—
Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
11 Sep. 2025
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