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Synonyme account for

erklären - begründen - rechtfertigen - ausweisen - nachweisen - berücksichtigen - einrechnen - einkalkulieren - abbilden


The phrase "account for" is a common English phrasal verb with two main uses. First, it means to explain or justify something, especially a fact, event, or discrepancy, as in "How do you account for this error?" Second, it can mean to form or constitute a particular part or proportion of a whole, as in "Online sales account for 40% of total revenue." In some contexts, it can also mean to consider or take something into consideration, as in "You must account for delays." Overall, it expresses explanation, proportion, or inclusion in reasoning.

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