as in to explain
to make plain or understandable
a wine book that does a lot to demystify the subject for the casual drinker who just wants a good bottle for dinner
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Recent Examples of demystify
University analysis In order to demystify its origins — and its contents — the bottle was meticulously cleaned and subjected to a battery of tests at the University of Lincoln, according to a Jan. 24 university news release.
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Brendan Rascius, Miami Herald, 24 Jan. 2025
Before getting started with generative AI, launch comprehensive training programs to demystify AI capabilities and limitations.
—Komal Goyal, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025
The show ran for 25 years, led to several books and demystified yoga for millions of Americans.
—Danielle Friedman, New York Times, 15 Jan. 2025
Informal lunch meetings where teams present their processes and challenges can demystify technical complexities for non-technical colleagues.
—Francis Dinha, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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Brendan Rascius, Miami Herald, 24 Jan. 2025
Before getting started with generative AI, launch comprehensive training programs to demystify AI capabilities and limitations.
—Komal Goyal, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025
The show ran for 25 years, led to several books and demystified yoga for millions of Americans.
—Danielle Friedman, New York Times, 15 Jan. 2025
Informal lunch meetings where teams present their processes and challenges can demystify technical complexities for non-technical colleagues.
—Francis Dinha, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for demystify
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This would explain those bigger groups that show up to bars and nurse one or two drinks.—
Alex Abad-Santos,
Vox,
7 Feb. 2025
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Investigating the Link Between Cholesterol and Dementia Previous research has found a connection between cholesterol levels and cognitive health, Ryan explained.—
Brian Mastroianni,
Health,
7 Feb. 2025
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But to clarify, this isn't your regular sweaty gym bun, the kind thrown up without a care.—
Ariana Yaptangco,
Glamour,
7 Feb. 2025
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Salles doesn’t clarify his viewpoint until the end, when Eunice ages into senility.—
Armond White,
National Review,
7 Feb. 2025
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Trump’s approach to Greenland illustrates a key principle of effective statecraft: leveraging rhetoric to influence allies and adversaries alike.—
Ryan P. Burke,
Orlando Sentinel,
14 Feb. 2025
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Both locations seek to illustrate the connection between professional work and nature.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA TODAY,
14 Feb. 2025
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Quan gets his first leading role here and certainly demonstrates his Jackie Chan-like skill at martial arts, impressively handling all the action in style.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
6 Feb. 2025
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Several impressive monologues, including a cynical diatribe from Ally in a restaurant that grounds much of the first act, demonstrate Ruben’s knack for keeping his actors in the same movie.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
6 Feb. 2025
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Ray remains open to the endless possibilities of AI with plans for more tech integration, and the goal stays the same: not to make projects simpler but to take on more complex ones by simplifying management.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA TODAY,
13 Feb. 2025
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The key lies in simplifying your beauty routine—opt for a lightweight skin tint or strategic spot concealing.—
Stixx Mathews,
Essence,
12 Feb. 2025
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“Demystify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/demystify. Accessed 19 Feb. 2025.
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