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to explain away
[phrase form: explain]
01
weg erklären, rechtfertigen
to provide reasons or justifications in an attempt to dismiss or minimize the significance of something
Beispiele
The politician tried to explain away the scandal, but the public demanded more accountability.
Der Politiker versuchte, den Skandal wegzuerklären, aber die Öffentlichkeit forderte mehr Verantwortung.
02
erklären, herunterspielen
to give reasons or excuses to make something that has happened seem less important or to avoid responsibility for it
Beispiele
He tried to explain away his mistake by saying he was tired and distracted.
Er versuchte, seinen Fehler damit wegzuerklären, dass er müde und abgelenkt sei.
