The company offered little 'by way of explanation' for the delays. [=as a way of explaining why there were delays]
Some of the more technical terms need/require 'explanation'. [=they need to be explained]
a likely/probable/possible/plausible 'explanation of' how the accident occurred
(..) - I don't wanna hear it! When you orphaned me, you said "whoops!" Whoops! You said "whoops!" Who does that? Will you please let me explain? Hey! She doesn't wanna hear your explanation, guy! Back off! I fell in love with you. Okay, fine. Honestly, I am very curious. Let's hear it. (..)2016 Storks