| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| explaining | Minimize the significance of an embarrassing fact or action by giving an excuse or justification |
| explain | Minimize the significance of an embarrassing fact or action by giving an excuse or justification |
| explained | Minimize the significance of an embarrassing fact or action by giving an excuse or justification |
| explained | Account for (an action or event) by giving a reason as excuse or justification |
| explain | Account for (an action or event) by giving a reason as excuse or justification |
| explaining | Account for (an action or event) by giving a reason as excuse or justification |
