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interpret
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interpretation(noun, explanation, illumination)
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justification(noun, return, argument, explanation, plea)
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off-time(noun, return, argument, explanation, defense)
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rationalistic
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rationalization(noun, return, argument, explanation, justification)
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reacting(verb, responding)
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refuting(verb, responding)
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rejoinder(noun, return, argument, explanation, justification)
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reply(noun, return, argument, explanation, justification)
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