Synonyms of clear
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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 clarify
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as in to free
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as in to smooth
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as in to acquit
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as in to approve
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as in to remove
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as in to inform
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as in to earn
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as in to pay
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as in through
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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
Amanda Luberto, AZCentral.com, 4 Feb. 2026
This, if not already clear, isn’t your typical opera.
—Laura Regensdorf, Vogue, 4 Feb. 2026
Paul Monies, Oklahoma Watch, 3 Feb. 2026
Sportsnet’s Michael Grange reported that Poeltl, who has been cleared for full contact basketball activities, was seen doing two-on-two work with development coaches following Tuesday’s practice.
—Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 3 Feb. 2026
Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2025
Leclerc had moved to the more durable mediums and was able to pull clear after the initial gains made by his rival.
—Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 19 Oct. 2025
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Their fundraising reports might provide a clearer look into their potential interest in a competitive 2028 primary for president.
—Amanda Luberto, AZCentral.com, 4 Feb. 2026
This, if not already clear, isn’t your typical opera.
—Laura Regensdorf, Vogue, 4 Feb. 2026
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The Ethics Commission in May cleared him of conflict-of-interest complaints.
—Paul Monies, Oklahoma Watch, 3 Feb. 2026
Sportsnet’s Michael Grange reported that Poeltl, who has been cleared for full contact basketball activities, was seen doing two-on-two work with development coaches following Tuesday’s practice.
—Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 3 Feb. 2026
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Lee made a video about the clear-shoe trend, adopted by the likes of Simone Rocha and Loewe for spring 2026; Loewe layered socks of different colors with transparent kitten heels.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2025
Leclerc had moved to the more durable mediums and was able to pull clear after the initial gains made by his rival.
—Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 19 Oct. 2025
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The Heat are muddling along with a roster that isn’t good enough to do anything of significance, have no young player with obvious star upside, can’t create significant cap room for at least two more years and owe a future pick to the Hornets from the disastrous Terry Rozier trade.—
Nick Friedell,
New York Times,
31 Jan. 2026
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There is no obvious sign any of the officers were injured.—
Jude Joffe-Block,
NPR,
31 Jan. 2026
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In Tuesday’s statement, Saif al-Islam Gadhafi’s team urged the Libyan judiciary, the international community, the United Nations and human rights organizations to launch an independent and transparent investigation to identify and prosecute those responsible.—
Nic Robertson,
CNN Money,
4 Feb. 2026
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After extensive research, the winner was an asymmetric hexagonal metal mesh for transparent glass windows.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Feb. 2026
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And Plaschke’s blood-boiling need to make the grand statement way before anything is certain doesn’t prove the Plaschke Curse is alive and well?—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Jan. 2026
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The outsize role that capital gains — income from certain investments — play in revenue makes the volatility worse.—
Lanhee J. Chen,
Mercury News,
31 Jan. 2026
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With beautiful beaches, lush tropical forests, and some of the best resorts in the Caribbean, Jamaica has long beckoned winter-weary travelers looking to recharge under sunny skies.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Jan. 2026
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On that quintessentially sunny January day, Toliver wore an equally blinding, all-white outfit in contrast to the bright yellows of the racer.—
Cerys Davies,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Jan. 2026
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Florida law makes grand jury proceedings secret, so the silence isn’t conclusive.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
23 Jan. 2026
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However, with the stock reaching new peaks and the story well recognized, is this the conclusive phase of a momentum chase or a sustainable revaluation?—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
21 Jan. 2026
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Inspired by Swiss chalet design, this cozy mountain hut offers unobstructed forest views—you’ll feel fully enveloped in nature.—
Elly Leavitt,
Vogue,
3 Feb. 2026
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The Rooms The 47 guest rooms and suites are housed in buildings, wrapped in tropical flowers, where unobstructed ocean views anchor the spaces.—
Lydia Price,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Feb. 2026
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Chris Harrison sparked controversy Wednesday for a seemingly innocent request posted on social media.—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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The modern Western culture around nudity really teaches you shame about something that is so human and natural and innocent.—
Nicola Dall'Asen,
Allure,
5 Feb. 2026
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Her world, fueled by her life, was the shining and irrefutable definition of integrity.—
Josh Peter,
USA Today,
20 Dec. 2025
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And, of course, blue skies and a brightly shining sun.—
Fiona Mozley,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Oct. 2025
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“Clear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clear. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.
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