as in interpreted
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as in explained
to make plain or understandable
the role of the justices of the Supreme Court in construing the constitution
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Recent Examples of construed
Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 20 Dec. 2024
Returning to the strawman definition of AI, many AI researchers became concerned that just about any system could be construed as exhibiting intelligent behavior.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Doing this while online connected to another human might be construed as a form of cheating or a violation of purity and spirit of quietude.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
Signs and posters must be under 2 feet by 3 feet, may not be attached to a pole or stick, and bear no message that may be construed as offensive.
—Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 29 Nov. 2024
Should not be construed as financial research/analysis, offer, public offer, investment advice, recommendation or solicitation to buy, sell or subscribe to financial instruments and/or provision of financial service.
—Don Klotter, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
An adequate investigation is legally construed as a key step in an employer’s response.
—Gabriella Levine, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
But even such vital counsel could now be construed as aiding and abetting.
—Stephania Taladrid, The New Yorker, 25 Nov. 2024
However, the men tended to have a higher frequency of sighs and deep breaths which could be construed as a higher level of complaining.
—Michael Franco, New Atlas, 21 Oct. 2024
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These Official Rules and the rights or obligations of Sponsor or any entrants in the Sweepstakes shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California without regard to conflicts of laws principles thereof.
—Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 20 Dec. 2024
Returning to the strawman definition of AI, many AI researchers became concerned that just about any system could be construed as exhibiting intelligent behavior.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Doing this while online connected to another human might be construed as a form of cheating or a violation of purity and spirit of quietude.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
Signs and posters must be under 2 feet by 3 feet, may not be attached to a pole or stick, and bear no message that may be construed as offensive.
—Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 29 Nov. 2024
Should not be construed as financial research/analysis, offer, public offer, investment advice, recommendation or solicitation to buy, sell or subscribe to financial instruments and/or provision of financial service.
—Don Klotter, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
An adequate investigation is legally construed as a key step in an employer’s response.
—Gabriella Levine, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
But even such vital counsel could now be construed as aiding and abetting.
—Stephania Taladrid, The New Yorker, 25 Nov. 2024
However, the men tended to have a higher frequency of sighs and deep breaths which could be construed as a higher level of complaining.
—Michael Franco, New Atlas, 21 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for construed
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In a press release that was translated from Hebrew to English, the university explained that the artifacts date back to the Hellenistic period.Andrea Margolis, Fox News, 6 Jan. 2025
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The 2025 Golden Globes, explained The past few years, they've also been photographed at events like the US Open Men's Final and Beyoncé's birthday concert in 2023.David Oliver, USA TODAY, 6 Jan. 2025
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Sunday’s game illustrated a stark contrast between the AFC West rivals, who both are in their first full seasons with their current coach.Vic Tafur, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
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This map comes from a simulation of a portion of the cosmic web, with shock waves (white), magnetic fields (cyan), and radio light (pink) illustrated here.Big Think, Big Think, 3 Jan. 2025
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However, Wheal clarified that proposing at someone else's wedding is a different matter entirely.George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 30 Dec. 2024
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However, in a video on Out magazine’s Instagram, GLAAD’s Tony Morrison clarified its meaning.Lexi Carson, The Hollywood Reporter, 30 Dec. 2024
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Initially, the company demonstrated leadership in the energy sector by pledging to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 or earlier.Trefis Team, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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This viewership surge, representing a 90% increase from the previous year, demonstrated the expanding audience base for women's sports.Lindsey Darvin, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
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Many fans have interpreted Murdock – the Brave Olivine's chef – and his history with another man named Mitchell as potentially romantic.Oliver Brandt, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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Everybody was assigned the same script and one director interpreted it as taking place on an airplane.Matt Minton, Variety, 21 Dec. 2024
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“Construed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/construed. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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