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noun • a printed note placed below the text on a printed page verb • add explanatory notes to or supply with critical comments | ||||
| 25% | 10 | Certain detail on which no one comes up with an explanation | ||
noun • a concise explanation of the meaning of a word or phrase or symbol • clarity of outline | ||||
| 18% | 7 | Explanation for a fault | ||
noun • an expression of regret at having caused trouble for someone • a formal written defense of something you believe in strongly • a poor example | ||||
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| New York Times18 Aug 1999 | Down 39 | |
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