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as in observability
the degree to which someone or something can be seen
When cycling at night, it's a good idea to wear reflective clothing to enhance your visibility to drivers.
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as in prominence
the state of being publicly acknowledged or known
The company hoped that the advertising deal would give their brand greater visibility.
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Recent Examples of visibility
The bag’s opening, which closes with a zipper that runs the length of the bag, also opens up very wide to give you great visibility into what’s inside.
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Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2025
Keep clear of puddles - Driving through puddles or low rainwater areas can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control
Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.
—Kansas City Star Weather Bot, Kansas City Star, 30 June 2025
Some locally dense fog will be possible with visibilities reduced to less than one half mile at times.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 22 June 2025
Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 22 June 2025
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Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2025
Keep clear of puddles - Driving through puddles or low rainwater areas can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control
Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.
—Kansas City Star Weather Bot, Kansas City Star, 30 June 2025
Some locally dense fog will be possible with visibilities reduced to less than one half mile at times.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 22 June 2025
Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 22 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for visibility
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Allan Hawco rose to prominence as the co-creator, executive producer, and star of the CBC comedy Republic of Doyle (2010–2014), which landed him two Gemini nominations.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
10 July 2025
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But that brief overlap sparked a lifelong friendship, and Gallagher watched from afar over the years as Brewer gained prominence in the San Diego legal community.—
Alex Riggins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 July 2025
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Still, you'll be rewarded with top-notch picture processing matched with vibrant brightness and colors, as well as Samsung's pedestal-style floating-screen design and plenty of gaming features.—
Ryan Waniata,
Wired News,
11 July 2025
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Solar geoengineering activities involve cooling the Earth by reflecting sunlight into space through the dispersal of small particles into the upper atmosphere or by increasing the size and brightness of clouds over the ocean, among other ideas.—
Pilar Melendez,
NBC news,
10 July 2025
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The lack of prestige, professional isolation, and fewer opportunities for advancement make recruitment and retention more difficult compared to larger, urban hospitals.—
Steve Brozak,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2025
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What makes Wimbledon special is the prestige and the history of the event.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
3 July 2025
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The Netherlands are not short of candidates here, but a player growing in stature for Jonker’s side is Wieke Kaptein.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
28 June 2025
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Gout’s tall stature, languid running style and raw speed have drawn comparisons with legendary sprinter Usain Bolt and he is considered one of the fastest teenagers in the world.—
Ben Morse,
CNN Money,
25 June 2025
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Bride gained far more notoriety for pitching in blowout losses.—
Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
30 June 2025
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However, its notoriety for slaying archeologists who came into contact with its long-dormant spores is still debated.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
30 June 2025
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Investments made today in rooting out bad actors and questionable business practices will always pay dividends for big companies – regardless of the status of any single regulatory proposal.—
Mary Foley,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Cal Fire status update Situation Summary Crews continue to strengthen containment lines and monitor for any remaining hotspots.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
1 July 2025
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Cunningham saw a surge in popularity after the game.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
13 July 2025
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Santa Barbara Known as the American Riviera for its mild climate and popularity among the rich and famous, the seaside city of Santa Barbara needs no introduction.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
12 July 2025
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“Visibility.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/visibility. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.
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