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The term "explained" serves a variety of functions in literature, acting as both a narrative bridge and a tool for clarifying complex ideas or character motivations. In historical and philosophical works, it often introduces a detailed justification or an analysis of underlying principles, as when intricate doctrines or events are unpacked for the reader ([1], [2]). In narrative dialogue, authors use "explained" to signal shifts in perspective or to convey motivations and background information about a character's actions, thereby deepening the reader’s understanding of interpersonal dynamics ([3], [4]). This versatility is further highlighted in genres ranging from the humorous to the dramatic, where a character's explanation not only advances the plot but also enhances the texture of the narrative by linking dialogue to broader cultural or thematic currents ([5], [6]).
  1. [Pg 169] percepts which have been explained to result from unconscious logic operations.
    — from The Principles of Psychology, Volume 1 (of 2) by William James
  2. The terms used in the statement of the problem may be explained as follows.
    — from The Republic by Plato
  3. And to what part of it?" She explained the situation.
    — from Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen
  4. “That was the major motif ,” he hurriedly explained, “the big underrunning motif , the cosmic and universal thing.
    — from Martin Eden by Jack London
  5. Sergey Ivanovitch explained to him the meaning and object of the proposed revolution at the elections.
    — from Anna Karenina by graf Leo Tolstoy
  6. To Mr. Lorry, he commended them all, and explained his worldly affairs.
    — from A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens

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