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as in to explain
to make plain or understandable
a biblical passage that scholars haven't been able to interpret to everyone's satisfaction
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as in to play
to present a portrayal or performance of
interpreted the role of Fletcher Christian in a challengingly new way
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Recent Examples of interpret
Most critically, instead of taking his previous suicide attempt seriously, staff interpreted it as an effort to manipulate them, Basu said.
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Perla Trevizo,
ProPublica,
3 July 2026
The best songs are increasingly becoming the ones that can be interpreted.
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Jesse Kirshbaum,
SPIN,
3 July 2026
The conservative justices split on how to interpret the statute – how to interpret historical voting practices and previous court decisions.
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Jamie Rowen,
The Conversation,
2 July 2026
Those offer valuable clues to how a document was drafted and how its creators thought, but recovering and interpreting them is painstaking, specialized work.
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Steven Melendez,
Scientific American,
2 July 2026
See All Example Sentences for interpret
Perla Trevizo,
ProPublica,
3 July 2026
The best songs are increasingly becoming the ones that can be interpreted.
—
Jesse Kirshbaum,
SPIN,
3 July 2026
The conservative justices split on how to interpret the statute – how to interpret historical voting practices and previous court decisions.
—
Jamie Rowen,
The Conversation,
2 July 2026
Those offer valuable clues to how a document was drafted and how its creators thought, but recovering and interpreting them is painstaking, specialized work.
—
Steven Melendez,
Scientific American,
2 July 2026
See All Example Sentences for interpret
Recent Examples of Synonyms for interpret
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Carpino retired in April, without ever explaining what was not right in the organization or, based on the standings, repairing it.
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Davies explains that Provenance adds value, as does good condition, because textiles are particularly unforgiving and easy to damage.
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Win prizes playing interactive games, network with artists and entrepreneurs and enjoy signature drinks and bar snacks available for purchase.
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Men leaders can pay attention to and be mindful of who in the workplace may be playing more of an emotional support role that falls outside their job description.
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Known for his deep technical knowledge and signature milk punches, Gibson has brought that ingenuity to Lucky Star through his reserved cocktails, such as the cookies and cream made with rum, clarified milk tea and creme de cacao.
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During Murdaugh’s first status hearing on Monday, June 29, Judge Debra McCaslin did not rule on the DNA evidence, telling defense attorneys to clarify if the sample was viable.
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The superstar performed at Inglewood’s Kia Forum on Monday, as well as last night, on her Lux Tour.
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Sources told Rolling Stone that Stevie Nicks, a longtime friend of Swift, will be present at the ceremony — and another said that the singer-songwriter would perform on the special day.
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The Pew report illustrates why homeownership is increasingly the province of older Americans, and why first-time buyers seem like a vanishing breed.
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The design and materials of devices such as bone saws, fleams and scarifacators – used to bleed veins and skin surfaces – illustrate the close affinity of humans with other animals.
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For all her talk of women as allies, Siebel Newsom portrays conservative women who criticize other women as dupes manipulated by MAGA leaders.
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Rob, who died in December at age 78, portrayed George Washington in a segment inspired by the first president’s decision to step away after two terms in office.
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Alnaji was part of a pro-Palestinian group protesting over the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza and Kessler was demonstrating in support of Israel, authorities have said.
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The resulting bio-char demonstrated a heating value of 29 MJ/kg, meaning that burning 1 kg of the fuel will provide 29 MJ of thermal energy.
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Barin is the hotel’s high-end teppanyaki restaurant, seating 10 people at the counter and up to 16 in booths lining a long mural hand-drawn on gold leaf depicting Osaka’s history.
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Zhenwu’s roots stretch back to ancient days as the god of the North, when he was often depicted as a turtle entwined with a snake.
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“Interpret.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interpret. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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