explanation

Definition:
1. A statement, fact, or situation that tells you why something happened; a reason given for something.
2. A statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc..
3. Thought that makes something comprehensible.
4. The act of explaining; making something plain or intelligible.

Use 'explanation' in a sentence:

• 1. It's the only explanation I can think of.
• 2. There is, in my view, a simple explanation.
• 3. 'I had to see you,' he said, by way of explanation.
• 4. The only plausible explanation is that he forgot.
• 5. His only explanation was that he must have brought them home in order to continue his work.
• 6. That explanation squares with the facts, doesn't it.
• 7. His explanation sounds reasonable to me.
• 8. If the explanation is right, two things follow.
• 9. How do you know that this explanation is wrong?
• 10. My explanation was cut off by loud protests.
• 11. She left the room abruptly without explanation.
• 12. Her explanation certainly sounded believable.
• 13. She demanded an immediate explanation.
• 14. He did not offer any explanation for his behaviour.
• 15. Their water was turned off weeks ago without explanation.
• 16. I confess myself bewildered by their explanation.
• 17. His explanation has a ring of truth about it.
• 18. There is a strong element of truth to each of these explanations.
• 19. She didn't give an adequate explanation for being late.
• 20. I want an explanation from you, Jeremy.
• 21. Her explanation was patently ridiculous.
• 22. She gave me an unlikely explanation for her behaviour.
• 23. There was a logical explanation.
• 24. No explanation was offered, still less an apology.
• 25. There is no rational explanation for his actions.
• 26. He didn't get a decent explanation.
• 27. You can reduce long explanations to simple charts or diagrams.
• 28. The book opens with an explanation of why some drugs are banned.
• 29. She'll cook up a convincing explanation.
• 30. Such an explanation seems too simple, and too obvious.
• 31. For a full explanation of how the machine works, turn to page 5.
• 32. Her explanation did not satisfy the teacher.
• 33. I am not satisfied with your explanation and intend to take the matter further.
• 34. I'd like an explanation.
• 35. I think you owe us an explanation.
• 36. It is possible that there's an explanation for all this.
• 37. It should be emphasized that this is only one possible explanation.
• 38. I didn't believe her explanation but I bit my tongue.
• 39. This explanation is wanting in many respects.
• 40. The most likely explanation is that his plane was delayed.
• 41. The facts allow of only one explanation.