accepted explanation

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A reason or justification for an event or situation that is widely believed to be true.

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Examples (10)

  • The accepted explanation for the dinosaurs' extinction is an asteroid impact.
  • While that's the accepted explanation, some scientists are proposing alternative theories.
  • For centuries, the accepted explanation for disease was miasma or 'bad air'.
  • The research paper challenged the currently accepted explanation of the phenomenon.
  • Detectives are still not satisfied with the accepted explanation for the suspect's whereabouts.
  • The accepted explanation for the market crash pointed to subprime mortgages.
  • His apology was the officially accepted explanation, but many felt there was more to the story.
  • There is no universally accepted explanation for the origin of life on Earth.
  • Until a new theory is proven, we must proceed with the most widely accepted explanation.
  • The committee is looking for an accepted explanation that all stakeholders can agree on.