: not clear: such as
a
: difficult to understand
an unclear explanation
unclear instructions
an unclear reference
b
: confused or uncertain about something
—often used with about
was a little unclear about how to proceed
unclearly
adverb
speaking unclearly
an unclearly remembered incident
Examples of unclear in a Sentence
their suggestion for correcting the problem is a bit unclear
obtained at best an unclear glimpse of the rarely seen bird from across the road
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How many of the other 11 were skydiving instructors or students of varying experience remained unclear.
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Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 15 June 2026
Bemotrizinol’s approval won’t change the possibility of several chemicals with unclear safety profiles being added to sunscreens.
—Michael Scaturro, Miami Herald, 15 June 2026
Though Pepi’s exact net worth is unclear, his earnings have likely climbed into the seven figures in recent years through club contracts, performance bonuses, and endorsements, including with Fortune 500 brands like Home Depot, Allstate, and Dick’s Sporting Goods.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 15 June 2026
The aircraft turned around shortly after takeoff for reasons that remain unclear before crashing near Business 49 Highway, according to Bates County Emergency Management officials.
—Stephen Sorace, FOXNews.com, 15 June 2026
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Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 15 June 2026
Bemotrizinol’s approval won’t change the possibility of several chemicals with unclear safety profiles being added to sunscreens.
—Michael Scaturro, Miami Herald, 15 June 2026
Though Pepi’s exact net worth is unclear, his earnings have likely climbed into the seven figures in recent years through club contracts, performance bonuses, and endorsements, including with Fortune 500 brands like Home Depot, Allstate, and Dick’s Sporting Goods.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 15 June 2026
The aircraft turned around shortly after takeoff for reasons that remain unclear before crashing near Business 49 Highway, according to Bates County Emergency Management officials.
—Stephen Sorace, FOXNews.com, 15 June 2026
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“Unclear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unclear. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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