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explanation

NounSuru VerbTransitive Verbの-Adjective

Definitions

1. explanation
2. excuse

This noun and する verb refers to the act of explaining or justifying oneself in response to a criticism or accusation. It is similar to making an excuse but with more of an implication of defending one's actions formally.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

It goes over better if you apologize first and explain yourself after.

Sentence 2

When she asked, "Did you really forget?", I couldn't explain myself.

Sentence 3

There are moments when anything you say just sounds like an excuse.

Sentence 4

The notes on his desk looked like the remnants of a desperate attempt to explain himself.

Sentence 5

No matter how much you try to explain yourself, can you ever really win back lost trust?