INTERPRETATIONS Synonyms: 42 Similar Words

interpretations

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plural of interpretation

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a statement that makes something clear that's one possible interpretation of that cryptic remark

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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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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 interpretations Its vague wording has led to conflicting interpretations of control, competing shipping routes, and confusion over the 60-day fee waiver limit. — Melissa Hancock, Fortune, 4 Aug. 2026 Bayreuth's 239th Ring Cycle was an encyclopedia of interpretations rather than a new one. — ABC News, 4 Aug. 2026 Leaders must recognize that words carry historical and emotional weight, often leading to unintended interpretations by employees. — Cheryl Robinson, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026 The ministry alleged that those who entered the exclave were misled by online misinformation, human trafficking networks and incorrect interpretations of legal and administrative information, among other factors. — CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026 Some confusion remains about whether the program has truly ended yet, as lawyers and the government trade different interpretations of the Supreme Court’s decision. — Cameron Pugh, Christian Science Monitor, 1 Aug. 2026 Folklore emerges as a kind of dream logic, fabulist interpretations of the fears of the day. — Literary Hub, 30 July 2026 The company managed to drastically ramp up its production process and produce all 200 hours of interpretations in a span of two months. — Brian Welk, IndieWire, 20 July 2026 Unique interpretations on power dressing hit the red carpet at Thursday night’s Time100 Sports Gala at Pier Sixty in New York City. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 17 July 2026

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Noun

Three market watchers looked at the same week and came away with three different explanations as to why this might be.

— Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 30 July 2026
In a nearly 90-minute livestream that can be viewed on YouTube, the 22-year-old mayor gave detailed explanations for several of the allegations against him.

— Reed Williams, AJC.com, 29 July 2026

Definition of explanations

Noun

Newer versions of the Ford class are expected to cost around $22 billion, the CBO report says.

— Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2026
This is consistent with the structure of US traffic control law, which flows from the Federal Highway Administration’s Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices while allowing states to adopt their own versions.

— Gustaf Lundberg Toresson, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of versions

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Plan creative variations for persuasion targets, turnout audiences and different demographic groups so targeting is paired with relevant messaging.

— Kris Qiu, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
But these variations matter a great deal to the Fed right now, because its policymakers are rethinking how to weigh them.

— Brandy Hadley, Fortune, 31 July 2026

Definition of variations

Noun

In short websites for the book in English and Spanish, website designer Mavila Trujillo used illustrations, video, photos and audio recordings with short text to make some of that conviviality more visible.

— Chenier Carpio Opua, The Conversation, 5 Aug. 2026
Earlier this summer, designer Silvia Tcherassi teamed up with the iconic Grand Hotel Quisisana in Capri for a new collection complete with illustrations paying homage to some of the property’s most recognizable spaces.

— Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 28 July 2026

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These renditions are led by the trumpet player of the Barmy Army, the team’s official fans’ group and have been a staple since 2004.

— George Edwards, New York Times, 31 July 2026
Now, there are various renditions of the utility sandals, including platform jelly styles and options with a stylish block heel.

— Anna Popp, Travel + Leisure, 26 July 2026

Definition of renditions

Noun

There’s little downtime, with the group performing several takes of them singing and dancing live for the cameras, but the members of IVE find a few moments of rest.

— Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 1 Aug. 2026
The Jays, regardless of what form their 2026 trade deadline takes, will have a lot of work to do this winter.

— Mitch Bannon, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of takes

Noun

In what we are told is a time of declining literacy and the ‘death of the humanities’, translations of The Odyssey, including mine, are flying off the shelves.

— Derek Lawrence, Entertainment Weekly, 29 July 2026
Sullivan has seen the change in attitude in the industry from a time in which there were questions about whether cinematic translations would hog all the interest that might otherwise go to keeping the ongoing stage productions going.

— Chris Willman, Variety, 25 July 2026

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