1
as in transparent
easily seen through
consumers pretty much expect see-through packaging for bacon
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2
as in sheer
very thin and easy to see through
a designer whose see-through clothes scandalized the fashion world back in the 1960s
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Recent Examples of see-through
The white shorts were not see-through!
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Kaitlin Clapinski,
InStyle,
21 June 2026
If your current white tee is stretched out, see-through, or simply overdue for an upgrade, consider this your sign to replace it.
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Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
18 June 2026
Danionella fish, in contrast,lack the top part of their skull and have see-through skin.
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Jon Hamilton,
NPR,
16 June 2026
To walk between the Track and Turf Complex and the Athletic Field, girls and their coaches passed behind Ghana’s training field, which was behind a metal chain-link fence and dark but see-through mesh sheeting.
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Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
14 June 2026
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Kaitlin Clapinski,
InStyle,
21 June 2026
If your current white tee is stretched out, see-through, or simply overdue for an upgrade, consider this your sign to replace it.
—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
18 June 2026
Danionella fish, in contrast,lack the top part of their skull and have see-through skin.
—
Jon Hamilton,
NPR,
16 June 2026
To walk between the Track and Turf Complex and the Athletic Field, girls and their coaches passed behind Ghana’s training field, which was behind a metal chain-link fence and dark but see-through mesh sheeting.
—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
14 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for see-through
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This contrasts sharply with Ben Bernanke's transparent regime, which established explicit inflation targets and regular communication to enhance predictability and anchor expectations.
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Companies can prepare workers through reskilling, but also by being transparent in changes that may happen to labor as a result of automation, both for better and for worse.
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This sheer shade is a light and delicate pink with a hint of beige.
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The sheer number of deals available can make shopping overwhelming for even the savviest shoppers.
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Beside the dessert sat a crystal coupe overflowing with Caramelized Shallot Dip from Every Leaf, Every Stem.
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Teigen shared several photos from the trip on Instagram, including one picture of Legend holding their two oldest kids, Luna and Miles, in the crystal blue pool.
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The meat is cut on a Berkel slicer to near-translucent thinness, bringing out the sweetness of the fat.
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Rather than a traditional translucent finish, each pigment works to create a more even-looking complexion without heavier coverage.
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Emergency crews continue to assess the situation in different parts of the country, while authorities are expected to provide a clearer picture in the coming hours regarding material damage, injuries and possible fatalities.
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There’s clear evidence that some of the links between larger climate patterns in the atmosphere are being altered by climate change, Trenberth said.
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Products include liquid or cream bronzers and satin finishes to help add glow and definition without looking overly shiny or glittery.
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For easy filling, stand the piping bag tip-side down in a liquid measuring cup or quart-size mason jar and fold down the top inch or two of the bag, which will keep the top clean and mess-free.
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“See-through.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/see-through. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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