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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
The third is a willingness to hold contradiction, designing exhibitions that present multiple interpretations without instructing visitors on which one to adopt.
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William Jones, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
However, some safety researchers have disputed this interpretation.
—Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 10 Feb. 2026
There’s discomfort in realizing that Fennell’s interpretation is ironically faithful to the feel of the original material.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 9 Feb. 2026
His messaging throughout the show was positivity, and there were parts that left people discussing interpretations long after the show ended.
—Saad Yousuf, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
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William Jones, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
However, some safety researchers have disputed this interpretation.
—Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 10 Feb. 2026
There’s discomfort in realizing that Fennell’s interpretation is ironically faithful to the feel of the original material.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 9 Feb. 2026
His messaging throughout the show was positivity, and there were parts that left people discussing interpretations long after the show ended.
—Saad Yousuf, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for interpretation
Noun
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The challenge is confirming biological activity while eliminating non-biologic explanations.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
9 Feb. 2026
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Then, as Musk has been prone to do, the former presidential adviser disregarded much of his previous explanation and said that building a civilization on Mars was still an option, just that building on the Moon is SpaceX’s current priority.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Feb. 2026
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Another measure, House Bill 1645, would create state versions of FEMA programs as Mississippi officials prepare for reduced federal disaster support.—
ALEX ROZIER Mississippi Today,
Arkansas Online,
14 Feb. 2026
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Previous versions of the bill failed to gain traction in both chambers last year.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
14 Feb. 2026
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Across five courses, each cocktail is a Negroni variation transformed through techniques such as evaporation, infusion, and reconstruction.—
Melinda Joe,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Feb. 2026
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Using patterns of repetition and variation, the stitched quilt pieces resolve differently from up close and from farther away.—
Benjamin Lima
Special Contributor,
Dallas Morning News,
7 Feb. 2026
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The more the industry accelerates, the more impactful fashion illustration feels.—
Laird Borrelli-Persson,
Vogue,
6 Feb. 2026
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Crespi junior forward Cayman Martin epitomizes that illustration after playing junior varsity basketball his sophomore season and blossoming into one of the team’s most reliable players.—
Tarek Fattal,
Daily News,
6 Feb. 2026
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Critics give props to Jen Shin’s detailed, meticulous three-dimensional architectural renditions of the house.—
Mary Ann Grossmann,
Twin Cities,
8 Feb. 2026
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Jones soared with a passionate rendition of the beloved hymn written as a hymn in 1900 by NAACP leader James Weldon Johnson and often referred to as the Black national anthem.—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
8 Feb. 2026
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Sometimes, producers work with players to squeeze their take into the allotted time.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
7 Feb. 2026
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Under the league’s last proposal, players would receive in excess of 70% of net revenue, though that would be their take of the profits after expenses are paid.—
Doug Feinberg,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Feb. 2026
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The way the service will work is that once a connection is made, the person with the T-Mobile account enters a few digits on their phone (*87* to be exact) and that will enable the real-time translation service on the network.—
Bob O'Donnell,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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One line may strike a chord, but much of the dialogue sounds like awkward translation.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
11 Feb. 2026
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My focus is on job approval, which not only captures a president’s popularity but has a huge impact on the performance of the president’s party in other elections, such as the upcoming November midterms.—
Craig Gilbert,
jsonline.com,
9 Feb. 2026
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While Bad Bunny’s performance had the advantage of being live at the game, Turning Point’s show brought in a sizable number of streamers.—
Zach LaChance,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Interpretation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interpretation. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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