as in explanation
a statement given to explain a belief or act
what accounting can you give for your bizarre actions on the night in question?
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as in considering
to think of in a particular way
account themselves lucky to be alive
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Recent Examples of accounting
Terry Collins, USA Today, 9 Apr. 2025
In the accounting of the British drama critic Benedict Nightingale in the mid-’80s, some of the most venerable Broadway houses had sat empty for years over the preceding decade — the Belasco for 409 weeks, the Lyceum 294, the Golden 286.
—Frank Rich, Vulture, 8 Apr. 2025
Olivia Lloyd, Miami Herald, 31 Mar. 2025
However, even accounting for these factors, the consumption indicated was extraordinarily high—far exceeding typical household usage.
—Ron Estes, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2025
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Noun
Small businesses are particularly vulnerable Small business owners like Uncle Jerry's will be hard-hit by the tariffs, said Andrew Siciliano, head of Global Trade and Customs at accounting firm KPMG.
—Terry Collins, USA Today, 9 Apr. 2025
In the accounting of the British drama critic Benedict Nightingale in the mid-’80s, some of the most venerable Broadway houses had sat empty for years over the preceding decade — the Belasco for 409 weeks, the Lyceum 294, the Golden 286.
—Frank Rich, Vulture, 8 Apr. 2025
Verb
The panther-on-panther violence, described as intraspecific aggression, is the second most common cause of death for the species, accounting for roughly one in six deaths, according to the FWC.
—Olivia Lloyd, Miami Herald, 31 Mar. 2025
However, even accounting for these factors, the consumption indicated was extraordinarily high—far exceeding typical household usage.
—Ron Estes, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accounting
Noun
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Entertainment Fans of the show on social media seem to be missing a lot of crucial character development, and there’s an obvious explanation why.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Glamour,
10 Apr. 2025
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These free, printable cards are available at the Immigrant Legal Resource Center, and display a brief explanation of citizen and non-citizen rights under the Fourth and Fifth Amendments.—
Louryn Strampe,
Wired News,
9 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The rule could have prevented the government from considering important health research in setting pollution limits.—
Eric Nost,
The Conversation,
8 Jan. 2025
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Robert Saleh, former New York Jets head coach This might be the most popular hire among fans, considering that Saleh ran the 49ers’ 2019 defense, the unit the team has aspired to match ever since.—
Matt Barrows,
The Athletic,
8 Jan. 2025
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The military has a nonpartisan tradition for a reason.—
Risa Brooks,
Foreign Affairs,
8 Apr. 2025
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For that reason, testing in the privacy of one’s home can be an appealing option — and may help expand screening, Dr. Burstein said.—
Catherine Pearson,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Look to the furore regarding Burger King’s 2024 ‘Foodfilment’ campaign showing real and non-staged British mothers tucking into a dirty burger immediately post-partum as a key marketing example.—
Katie Baron,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws regarding pay and leave.—
Tom Spiggle,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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So there's a lot at stake, and The Cowboy Channel's extensive coverage and commentary is essential viewing for following those stakes.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
24 Dec. 2024
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Bluey has been beloved family viewing since 2018, but the Australian animation went stratospheric this year.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
24 Dec. 2024
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“Accounting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accounting. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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