as in clarity
the state or quality of being easily seen through
because of the transparency of the Caribbean waters, we could see sharks and tropical fish swimming 20 or 30 feet below the surface
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Recent Examples of transparency
However, critics are still calling for greater transparency surrounding the case.
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Kate Plummer, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
The family of Adair, a Kansas City, Kansas, man allegedly killed by a Wyandotte County sheriff’s deputy in July, is calling for authorities to release video evidence related to his death to the public for the sake of accountability and transparency.
—Kansas City Star, 24 Sep. 2025
This example potentially marks the start of consolidation of standards and tools bringing greater consistency, transparency, and uniformity.
—Sebastian Buckup, Time, 24 Sep. 2025
In this study, scientists not involved in the research cited issues with data collection and transparency, as well as the ages of the participants.
—New Atlas, 24 Sep. 2025
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Kate Plummer, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
The family of Adair, a Kansas City, Kansas, man allegedly killed by a Wyandotte County sheriff’s deputy in July, is calling for authorities to release video evidence related to his death to the public for the sake of accountability and transparency.
—Kansas City Star, 24 Sep. 2025
This example potentially marks the start of consolidation of standards and tools bringing greater consistency, transparency, and uniformity.
—Sebastian Buckup, Time, 24 Sep. 2025
In this study, scientists not involved in the research cited issues with data collection and transparency, as well as the ages of the participants.
—New Atlas, 24 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for transparency
Recent Examples of Synonyms for transparency
Noun
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Although some policy decisions, such as those around trade, remain unsettled, Gallucci noted there is now a bit more clarity regarding some major economic drivers.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
1 Oct. 2025
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Known to power all-around mental clarity, alertness, and focus, this powder is an ideal pick-me-up for a post-lunch afternoon work slump or mid-morning meeting.—
Brianna Peters,
Vogue,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Golden seared chops pair beautifully with tart red apples and a touch of mustard for brightness.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
29 Sep. 2025
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Factors like light pollution, moon brightness, and geomagnetic activity affect visibility.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
26 Sep. 2025
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“Transparency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/transparency. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.
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