Explain and Learn

Explain

Explain verb - To make plain or understandable.

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Learn and explain are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Learn" instead a verb "Explain".

Learn verb - To acquire complete knowledge, understanding, or skill in.

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Explain and learn are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Explain" instead a verb "Learn".

Nearby Words: learned, learning, learner, learnedly, learnt

ability	explain ability	learn ability
truth	explain truth	learn truth
name	explain name	learn name
nature	explain nature	learn nature
Other words: way, story, details, rules, skills, powers, abilities, backstory.

We eventually learn that he had tried to run away twice, but failed in each, which may explain his bitterness.

Source: Series / Underground
We also learn about Sue's back story, which begins to explain some of her behavior.

Source: Hidden Depths / Live-Action TV
In one episode we learn he himself was bullied as a child, which might explain it.

Source: Bully Hunter

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