1
as in explanation
a statement that makes something clear
that's one possible interpretation of that cryptic remark
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2
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 most generous interpretation of the crowd’s reaction to seeing Swift on the Jumbotron is that these were Eagles fans and Swift was supporting her boyfriend’s team, the Chiefs.
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Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 11 Feb. 2025
One strikingly intricate work features 13 different vignettes, which is Winter’s interpretation in beads of a 16th-century Franco-Flemish Gothic millefleurs tapestry.
—Michelle F. Solomon, Miami Herald, 11 Feb. 2025
In simple terms, the company transforms large amounts of raw data into formats that help artificial intelligence models recognize patterns and organize the data to make more accurate predictions and interpretations.
—Todd Gordon, CNBC, 11 Feb. 2025
The House Republicans believe that interpretation is incorrect.
—Ashley Oliver, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 3 Feb. 2025
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Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 11 Feb. 2025
One strikingly intricate work features 13 different vignettes, which is Winter’s interpretation in beads of a 16th-century Franco-Flemish Gothic millefleurs tapestry.
—Michelle F. Solomon, Miami Herald, 11 Feb. 2025
In simple terms, the company transforms large amounts of raw data into formats that help artificial intelligence models recognize patterns and organize the data to make more accurate predictions and interpretations.
—Todd Gordon, CNBC, 11 Feb. 2025
The House Republicans believe that interpretation is incorrect.
—Ashley Oliver, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 3 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for interpretation
Noun
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Whisky fans may be familiar with some of these names, but a few of them could use a little explanation.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
10 Feb. 2025
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The next day, Senator Chris Murphy, Democrat of Connecticut, offered a meandering explanation on his social media account of how Musk posed a major danger to American democracy and voters.—
Lisa Lerer,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2025
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Gift this set from Lego’s architecture collection to someone who’d appreciate owning mini versions of famous landmarks.—
Kelsey Fredricks,
People.com,
15 Feb. 2025
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The set, featuring instrumental lullaby versions of 14 Bad Bunny songs, is due out on Friday, Feb. 21.—
Ashley Iasimone,
Billboard,
15 Feb. 2025
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These variations and her latest showcase her dedication to serving memorable looks.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
11 Feb. 2025
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There's several variations but there's a big one that moves after the little one that appears to be chasing it....—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
9 Feb. 2025
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Editors’ Picks Source photographs for illustration above: Focus Features; Ullstein Bild, via Getty Images; Everett Collection.—
Jim Shepard,
New York Times,
12 Feb. 2025
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There are also helpful illustrations and a few chapters about mathematics.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2025
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Their rousing rendition was a fitting tribute to the late singer, who only appeared once on SNL.—
Althea Legaspi,
Rolling Stone,
16 Feb. 2025
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Jokic showed Towns a self-deprecating rendition of his Sombor Shuffle shooting form, dramatically cocking the ball back behind his head.—
Bennett Durando,
The Denver Post,
16 Feb. 2025
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With more than $722M at the global box office, Wicked is the biggest feature take of a Broadway musical ever.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
8 Feb. 2025
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The take was a direct stab at Roan, who called on labels to pay developing artists livable wages and provide health care while accepting the award for Best New Artist.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
7 Feb. 2025
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For example, in Australia, translations, editing and postproduction were happening around the clock.—
Brendan Bellomo,
The Hollywood Reporter,
7 Feb. 2025
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Variety, in the outlet’s Thursday coverage, sought individual translation of the Spanish-language tweets that have put Gascón under fire.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
31 Jan. 2025
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Romeo + Juliet played its final performance at Circle in the Square on Sunday, February 16.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
17 Feb. 2025
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The annual BAFTAs are back, and this year’s awards—held at Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall—honor the best performances in British film and television arts.—
India Espy-Jones,
Essence,
17 Feb. 2025
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“Interpretation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interpretation. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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