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as in interpretation
a presentation of an artistic work (as a piece of music) from a particular point of view a very Freudian version of the ballet "The Nutcracker"

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Recent Examples of version Update to the latest version to see all Vogue content, as well as new features like our Runway Genius quiz, Group Chats, and posts from Vogue contributors. Alexandra MacOn, Vogue, 1 July 2026 Proudly, locals will tell anyone that their barbecue is better than all the versions that exist in the United States ecosystem. Adrian Miller, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 July 2026 The country is looking forward to an especially big version of the holiday’s usual mix of red, white and blue. ABC News, 1 July 2026 Fans have been waiting for the game for over a decade, as its most recent version, GTA 5, was released in 2013. Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for version
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  • Altitude can also produce meaningfully different interpretations of the grape—higher sites can create wines that are more mineral and tense, while other locations yield softer and more fragrant expressions.
    Devin Parr, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
  • The skinny trouser re-emerged at Dior and Junya Watanabe, styled with larger proportions on top for a fresh interpretation of the silhouette.
    Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 29 June 2026
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  • Rotten Tomatoes Reception to Netflix’s rendition of The Last Airbender has always been tepid.
    Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
  • Cron’s tribute group, Pet Sounds Live, plays note-perfect renditions of the full Pet Sounds album at their shows.
    Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 30 June 2026

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“Version.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/version. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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