Synonym: account. Similar words: exploration, nation, zonation, donation, national, nationwide, inclination, combination. Meaning: [‚eksplə'neɪʃn] 
n. 1. a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc. 2. thought that makes something comprehensible 3. the act of explaining; making something plain or intelligible.
n. 1. a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc. 2. thought that makes something comprehensible 3. the act of explaining; making something plain or intelligible. 
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181. Instead of helping her, his explanation only mixed her up.
182. I'll try and give you a quick explanation of how the machine works.
183. The simplest explanation for his achievements lies in his greater ability and superiority over his contemporaries at university.
184. Never mind the tortuous explanation; tell me in plain English, are you coming or not?
185. His explanation was unconvincing.
186. I have come to an explanation with them about the matter.
187. I am not satisfied with your explanation and intend to take the matter further.
188. That may be two-bit psychology, but it's the only explanation I have.
189. Polly decided to force the issue by demanding an explanation.
190. In this dictionary we often gloss difficult expressions with an explanation in brackets.
191. His explanation sounds reasonable.
192. Haig was immediately impressed by Charteris's expertise and by his lucid explanation of the work.
193. He provided no explanation as to why he was late.
194. His explanation for resigning was that he was under stress .
195. I cut him short in the middle of his explanation.
196. I can think of one possible explanation for her behaviour.
197. There's no point in even attempting an explanation - he'll never listen.
198. The teacher demanded an explanation for his absence from class.
199. I was halfway through my explanation when Walter cut me short.
200. I've no idea what is happening - David has not favoured me with an explanation.
201. A clear explanation of the subject provides a frame on which a deeper understanding can be built.
202. Herr Kohler wanted an explanation for what he described as "slanderous" remarks.
203. Like the others, he produced a written explanation,(www.Sentencedict.com) but in Scott's case this was a 30-page printed booklet.
204. Is there any possible psychological explanation for his bad health?
205. I would respectfully suggest a different explanation for the company's decline.
206. There may be a simple explanation. Let's not jump to conclusions.
207. The uncharitable explanation is that she's too afraid to ask.
208. She launched into a detailed explanation of every aspect of her work.
209. We hope our explanation will prove more or less helpful.
210. There is no convincing explanation of the overall structure of the universe.
More similar words: exploration, nation, zonation, donation, national, nationwide, inclination, combination, nomination, nationalism, international, discrimination, explain, explosion, expedition, relation, operation, education, equation, formation, location, inflation, radiation, sensation, migration, isolation, allegation, situation, violation, variation.