Synonyms of clear
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as in transparent
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as in certain
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as in sunny
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as in conclusive
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as in unobstructed
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as in innocent
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as in shining
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as in to rid
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as in to empty
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as in to open
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as in to clarify
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as in to free
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as in to smooth
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as in to acquit
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as in to approve
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as in to remove
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as in to earn
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as in obvious
not subject to misinterpretation or more than one interpretation
the meaning of her broad smile was clear to the whole class
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as in transparent
easily seen through
the clear glass walls of the aquarium's giant ocean tank
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as in certain
having or showing a mind free from doubt
I need to be absolutely clear about what you're saying
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as in sunny
not stormy or cloudy
novice pilots can only fly on clear days
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as in conclusive
serving to put an end to all debate or questioning
the evidence is clear: he's innocent
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as in unobstructed
allowing passage without obstruction
flooding was widespread, and only some roads are clear so far
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as in innocent
free from guilt or blame
slept with a clear conscience
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as in shining
giving off or reflecting much light
spermaceti candles were once highly prized for the clear flame that they produced
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as in to rid
to set (a person or thing) free of something that encumbers
cleared the woods of brush
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as in to open
to rid the surface of (as an area) from things in the way
the early settlers worked hard to clear the land for crops
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as in to clarify
to remove usually visible impurities from
cleared the car windows
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as in to free
to set free from entanglement or difficulty
cleared himself of any involvement in the matter
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as in to smooth
to make passage through (something) possible by removing obstructions
plows promptly cleared the roads of snow
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as in to acquit
to free from a charge of wrongdoing
she had once been accused of embezzlement, but an investigation by the bank cleared her
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as in to approve
to give official acceptance of as satisfactory
the administration cleared the plan, and building should begin shortly
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as in to remove
to take away from a place or position
cleared the dishes from the table
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as in to inform
to give information to
please clear my mind about the new arrangement regarding reimbursement for traveling expenses
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Recent Examples of clear
Jane Lacroix, PEOPLE, 22 Jan. 2026
This is a clear and tangible justification for transferring.
—Christopher Rim, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Daniel D'addario, Variety, 20 Jan. 2026
Last winter, Claw teams cleared about 20 million pounds of leaves and plant debris.
—Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 19 Jan. 2026
Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2025
Leclerc had moved to the more durable mediums and was able to pull clear after the initial gains made by his rival.
—Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 19 Oct. 2025
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Prosecutors later argued that his volatile patterns, paired with violence, showed a clear progression long before the 2019 murders.
—Jane Lacroix, PEOPLE, 22 Jan. 2026
This is a clear and tangible justification for transferring.
—Christopher Rim, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
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Since last fall, an errant comment Alexander Skarsgård made has fueled wild speculation about his sexuality — and, speaking to Variety in a new cover story, the actor is clearing it up.
—Daniel D'addario, Variety, 20 Jan. 2026
Last winter, Claw teams cleared about 20 million pounds of leaves and plant debris.
—Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 19 Jan. 2026
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Lee made a video about the clear-shoe trend, adopted by the likes of Simone Rocha and Loewe for spring 2026; Loewe layered socks of different colors with transparent kitten heels.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2025
Leclerc had moved to the more durable mediums and was able to pull clear after the initial gains made by his rival.
—Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 19 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clear
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At the most obvious level, of course.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 Jan. 2026
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But her agent at GSE Worldwide represents all three of the other FP Movement tennis players, Sloane Stephens, Danielle Collins, and Sofia Kenin, which made for an easy and obvious transition.—
Jessica Schiffer,
Vogue,
14 Jan. 2026
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This stainless steel version from Bakpoco is leakproof, with a transparent, food-grade silicone lid that is BPA-, lead-, and plastic-free, and easy to clean, too.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Jan. 2026
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In December 2025, researchers in South Korea claimed to have developed transparent solar windows that generate electricity during the day from sunlight and at night from indoor lighting.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Jan. 2026
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This is partly due to personal preference, but leaving plants standing through winter also helps certain plants grow better and even provides perks to local wildlife.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Jan. 2026
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Forever Fleece joggers, with certain styles on sale for as low as $45.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Jan. 2026
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With temperatures climbing above freezing and sunny skies melting half the structure, they were forced to start over entirely.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
14 Jan. 2026
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Set in a perpetually sunny, idealized England vaguely between the wars, The Code of the Woosters concerns the misadventures of man-about-town Bertie Wooster (stupid, amiable, rich) and his impeccably helpful valet Jeeves.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 Jan. 2026
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No conclusive plan has been formed to either engage in talks with another professional sports team or repurpose the current site of Arrowhead Stadium – though Lucas and LeVota, respectively, said the city and county could explore both in the next five years.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
23 Dec. 2025
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While there is no conclusive evidence indicating a best time to drink aloe vera gel for digestive health, consuming it at specific times may support different health goals.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
23 Dec. 2025
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Their large, unobstructed glass surface allows abundant natural light to enter and can serve as a focal point in a room.—
Roxanne Downer,
USA Today,
22 Jan. 2026
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From nearly every vantage point, the estate offers unobstructed views of the Mokulua Islands, the twin islets that sit just offshore and rank among O‘ahu’s most recognizable natural landmarks.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
22 Jan. 2026
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So write to the White House and tell them to start working for the American people, rather than writing letters to the newspaper labeling a deceased innocent woman a rioter.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
22 Jan. 2026
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Just over two weeks later, an innocent woman in a BMW sedan was killed after her car was hit by a theft suspect fleeing Fullerton police in La Palma.—
Nathaniel Percy,
Oc Register,
22 Jan. 2026
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Her world, fueled by her life, was the shining and irrefutable definition of integrity.—
Josh Peter,
USA Today,
20 Dec. 2025
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The best shining example of something that was influenced by us is the British version of The Office.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Clear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clear. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.
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