explain away (Meaning)

explain away

to get rid of by or as if by explanation, to minimize the significance of by or as if by explanation, to cause to seem less important by explaining

The politician attempted to explain away the scandal by claiming it was a misunderstanding.
The student's poor performance was excused after he successfully explained away his absence.
The company tried to explain away the product defect by blaming it on a faulty component.
The witness contradicted the defendant's alibi, making it difficult for the lawyer to explain away the discrepancy.
The journalist refused to accept the official explanation, believing they were trying to explain away their incompetence.
The scientist struggled to explain away the anomalous results, raising doubts about the validity of their theory.
The neighbor explained away the loud noises by saying they were working on a home improvement project.
The athlete hoped to explain away the failed drug test by providing a valid medical excuse.
The salesperson tried to explain away the price increase by emphasizing the product's exclusive features.
The government spokesperson attempted to explain away the unpopular policy by arguing it was necessary for national security.

to get rid of by or as if by explanation, to minimize the significance of by or as if by explanation, to cause to seem less important by explaining

account (for),explain, attribute, rationalize,justify, excuse, condone,forgive, absolve

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The politician attempted to explain away the scandal by claiming it was a misunderstanding.

The student's poor performance was excused after he successfully explained away his absence.

The company tried to explain away the product defect by blaming it on a faulty component.

The witness contradicted the defendant's alibi, making it difficult for the lawyer to explain away the discrepancy.