Synonyms of clear
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as in obvious
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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 free
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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
Sudheesha Perera, Time, 6 May 2026
But Ivey made clear that in Brevard County, drivers hitting triple-digit speeds shouldn’t expect a warning.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 6 May 2026
Kerri Corrado, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
In 2018, Qualcomm's $44 billion attempt to acquire Dutch semiconductor firm NXP collapsed after Chinese regulators declined to grant antitrust approval despite the deal clearing other major jurisdictions.
—Dewardric L. McNeal, CNBC, 28 Apr. 2026
Veronica Ortega, CBS News, 10 Mar. 2026
With so much power given to one man for so long, Spurs lost ground to their more progressive, clear-thinking rivals.
—Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 28 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
Patients who come in prepared get more out of their 15-minute appointments, and most doctors are grateful for a patient with clear questions of their own.
—Sudheesha Perera, Time, 6 May 2026
But Ivey made clear that in Brevard County, drivers hitting triple-digit speeds shouldn’t expect a warning.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 6 May 2026
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The community is pushing back and searching for more answers after a report cleared the police chief for his actions at a protest.
—Kerri Corrado, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
In 2018, Qualcomm's $44 billion attempt to acquire Dutch semiconductor firm NXP collapsed after Chinese regulators declined to grant antitrust approval despite the deal clearing other major jurisdictions.
—Dewardric L. McNeal, CNBC, 28 Apr. 2026
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The first round came back clear on Monday.
—Veronica Ortega, CBS News, 10 Mar. 2026
With so much power given to one man for so long, Spurs lost ground to their more progressive, clear-thinking rivals.
—Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 28 Feb. 2026
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Besides their obvious beauty, wicker baskets are superior for storage (especially laundry), providing excellent ventilation that prevents mold and mildew from damaging your linens.—
Ashley Poskin,
Martha Stewart,
2 May 2026
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Driving through this area of the West Bank, east of Ramallah, the expansion is obvious from the main roads.—
Molly Hunter,
NBC news,
2 May 2026
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Many people also look for evidence of accreditations, dentist credentials, and transparent pricing.—
K.H. Koehler,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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After nearly two decades of building a transparent and responsible business in Europe, sustainable apparel brand Armedangels is launching in the United States.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
27 Apr. 2026
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Regulations require certain size hallways, for example, and heavy robotic equipment may need extra floor support and special elevators.—
Suzanne King,
Kansas City Star,
2 May 2026
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Recent polling suggests that roughly 30% of young Americans hold the view that political violence can be justified in certain circumstances.—
Andrew Cuomo,
New York Daily News,
2 May 2026
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Although Friday will start sunny, clouds will increase in the afternoon as the front moves through the area, according to the National Weather Service.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
1 May 2026
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This is a particularly exceptional hold as the film competes with sunny weather across Europe, and the opening of Devil Wears Prada 2.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
1 May 2026
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And yes, the replay should be conclusive.—
Sean McIndoe,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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While there is little conclusive, specific data on the relationship between mortality and long-term medication treatment, studies show that, in general, longer treatment durations yield better outcomes.—
Lev Facher,
STAT,
27 Apr. 2026
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However, for the best view, choose a location with a clear, unobstructed view of the western horizon, free from buildings, trees, or hills that could block your line of sight while the planet is still relatively low.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
6 May 2026
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An 800-plus-square-foot terrace runs the length of the residence, offering multiple seating areas and unobstructed views over the Atlantic.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
6 May 2026
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The agency noted that criminal charges are allegations and defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty.—
Jasmine Baehr,
FOXNews.com,
8 May 2026
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Faced with innocent bystanders being hurt — even killed — during the chases, some agencies have at times called off pursuits in the interest of safety.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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So naturally in a state that treats basketball like a religion and the sport’s biggest stars like royalty, nobody casts a bigger shadow in this community now than the slender 6-foot-6, 196-pound, 19-year-old freshman who changed Final Four weekend with one brilliant shining moment Sunday afternoon.—
Michael Marot,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Apr. 2026
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At a time of so much partisanship in Congress, especially related to health care, breakthrough legislation is a shining example of how commonsense policies that support patient care and innovation can achieve broad support.—
Josh Makower,
STAT,
16 Mar. 2026
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