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as in crystal
easily seen through
bottles of blue transparent glass
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as in clear
not subject to misinterpretation or more than one interpretation
his meaning in leaving the conversation is transparent: he doesn't want to talk about his combat experiences
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as in sheer
very thin and easy to see through
flowy summer dresses made partly of chiffon or other transparent fabrics
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Recent Examples of transparent
Today's action to remove the 17 sitting members of ACIP undermines that trust and upends a transparent process that has saved countless lives...With an ongoing measles outbreak and routine child vaccination rates declining, this move will further fuel the spread of vaccine-preventable illnesses.
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Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 June 2025
If Hope Florida is truly transparent and charitable, why are journalists being targeted?
—Anne Watts Tressler, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 June 2025
On the top and bottom are layers of soft, transparent, biocompatible PDMS silicone.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 15 June 2025
Respectful Follow-ups Some people don’t realize the importance of continuing to provide candidates with timely, genuine, and transparent follow-ups.
—Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 14 June 2025
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Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 June 2025
If Hope Florida is truly transparent and charitable, why are journalists being targeted?
—Anne Watts Tressler, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 June 2025
On the top and bottom are layers of soft, transparent, biocompatible PDMS silicone.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 15 June 2025
Respectful Follow-ups Some people don’t realize the importance of continuing to provide candidates with timely, genuine, and transparent follow-ups.
—Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 14 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for transparent
Adjective
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The glasses are each pulled from one piece of crystal glass for an elegant, minimalist structure.—
Maria Conti,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 June 2025
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The executive has also worked for LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton label Berluti and Hermès International’s crystal glasswear brand Saint-Louis.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
6 May 2025
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To help guide you through the rest of summer and beyond, dermatologists help break down what body acne is, how to treat it, and the best kinds of products to have in rotation for smoother, clearer skin all over.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
28 June 2025
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Instead, it must be positioned as a tool to enhance learning and creativity, with clear boundaries to prevent overuse.—
Glenn Llopis,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
Adjective
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Felipe Cardenas: Due to sheer numbers and commitment, Boca’s ultras and travelling band of die-hard fans lit up the tournament.—
The Athletic Staff,
New York Times,
28 June 2025
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The pressure is on him and his team to replicate their earlier success, a tall order considering what a factor the sheer surprise of the phenomenon, impossible to replicate now, played back in 2021.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
27 June 2025
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His brand is known for its statement suits, often made from unique materials like liquid velvet and upcycled corduroy.—
Kristopher Fraser,
Robb Report,
20 June 2025
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TikTok has helped hacks like W blush and sundae blush go viral, while brands are offering cream blush, liquid blush, and powder blush options.—
Ariana Yaptangco,
Glamour,
20 June 2025
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As the first one departs, we’re given a look at its nearly translucent wingspan, a feature often overlooked due to its unique facial features and iconic white fur.—
Cecilia Rodriguez,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2025
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The source of the light, which shifted from blue to green to a white whose secret ingredient is ultraviolet, sat in the middle of what could have been an alien lantern, with the otherworldly lightbulb supported in a mystifying structure of translucent plastic.—
Madeline Bodin,
Smithsonian Magazine,
27 June 2025
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In the new study, however, the researchers found evidence of crystalline ice both at depth but also on the surface of Europa, in particular in an area known as Tara Regio.—
Ian Randall,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 May 2025
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But this viewer walked away after a few episodes with a crystalline sense of who the Pauls were.—
Daniel D'Addario,
Variety,
1 June 2025
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“Transparent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/transparent. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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