deciphering 1 of 2

noun

Definition of decipheringnext
as in decoding

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deciphering

2 of 2

verb

present participle of decipher
1
as in cracking
to change (as a secret message) from code into ordinary language we deciphered the hidden message to find out when we were supposed to meet

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2
as in understanding
to have a clear idea of a convoluted thriller, the plot of which I was never able to actually decipher

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for deciphering
  1. translation
  2. translating
  3. breaking
  4. recognizing
  5. solving
  6. seeing
  7. appreciating
Noun
  • Zoom in: Axios reviewed screenshots of one of the Spanish-language messages and had a Spanish speaker on staff help with translation.
    Melissa Santos, Axios, 4 Nov. 2024
  • That’s according to a CNBC translation of his Mandarin-language comments.
    Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 3 Nov. 2024
Definition of translation
Verb
  • While some on Wall Street have expressed skepticism on whether massive investments in AI are translating to the bottom line, the tech sector is locked in a cutthroat race to be first on the scene with the latest advances in AI.
    Jason Ma, Fortune, 20 Oct. 2024
  • Based on Cabello, Fanning and Roberts’ interpretations on the trend, the style is translating well both on and off the runway.
    Julia Teti, WWD, 18 Oct. 2024
Definition of translating
Verb
  • Without breaking stride, Hunter blew past four more Utah defenders and hopped into the end zone, a broken play transformed into a work of art.
    Sean Keeler, The Denver Post, 16 Nov. 2024
  • Minyvonne Burke Minyvonne Burke is a senior breaking news reporter for NBC News.
    Minyvonne Burke, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
Definition of breaking
Verb
  • Bhatt said that the decision to ban these cards was not made lightly, with the committee recognizing that such a decision would have financial implications for some players.
    Ash Parrish, The Verge, 3 Oct. 2024
  • Glamour's Women of the Year is an annual awards series aimed at recognizing women who have made significant contributions to their fields, such as acting, sports, and activism.
    Rachel Smith, The Courier-Journal, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of recognizing
Verb
  • Commissioning research, sponsoring events or partnering with industry experts to discuss these topics can demonstrate that your organization is actively engaged in solving your customers’ challenges.
    Barry Reicherter, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • This shifts the conversation from a simple product pitch to a discussion about solving real business problems through technology.
    Barry Reicherter, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of solving
Verb
  • This approach to seeing Clark play against other Black players has continued into the WNBA as Clark’s presence has grown the league’s fanbase, creating sellout crowds and record-breaking attendance wherever Clark plays.
    Susan M. Shaw, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Sports and entertainment fans will be seeing a lot more of Verizon this season, as the telecommunications company has been announced as the Official Mobile Wireless Partner for the MSG Family of Companies.
    Tim Chan, Variety, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of seeing
Verb
  • VCs are chasing the hype without fully appreciating the fact that LLMs may have already peaked.
    Vivek Wadhwa, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2024
  • At the time, Gyllenhaal said the partnership aimed to express the importance of slowing down, enjoying life and appreciating the beauty of art.
    Sofia Celeste, WWD, 18 Oct. 2024
Definition of appreciating
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deciphering

deciphers

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