If he wanted an explanation he'd have to let me give it in my own way, without interruption.

So maybe it's just as well not to want an explanation.

I just wanted an explanation of what they were looking at and their assessment.

They were surprised by the results, and still want an explanation.

He is outraged at his treatment, and wants an explanation.

I just want a simple explanation of what problem this thing is designed to solve.

This was one of the times she wanted an explanation.

I wanted an explanation and an apology for A., which he got, sort of.

"At the moment, I don't want a long explanation how this all happened," he said in a tired voice.

"First off, I want an explanation for your sudden change of personality."