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as in mere
being this and no more
impoverished people who can no longer afford the bare necessities
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as in simple
free from all additions or embellishment
do you want to know the bare truth?
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as in exposed
lacking a usual or natural covering
the ground was bare, without a trace of grass
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as in naked
lacking or shed of clothing
the toddler liked to run around bare
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as in devoid
lacking contents that could or should be present
the cupboard was bare—not a thing to eat
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as in void
utterly lacking in something needed, wanted, or expected
the cupboard was bare of baking supplies
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as in to reveal
to make known (as information previously kept secret)
finally bared the secret that she had kept to herself for so long
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Recent Examples of bare
Michelle Deal-Zimmerman, Baltimore Sun, 7 May 2025
Volunteers are expected to live modestly and are paid a monthly living allowance that covers their bare necessities.
—Thomas J Nisley, The Conversation, 6 May 2025
Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 16 Apr. 2025
Higher prices and shortages are likely As Trump continues to make conflicting statements about tariffs, companies are actively looking at higher prices, lower sales and possibly bare shelves in stores due to fewer shipments from China.
—Josh Boak, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
Rite Aid isn’t buying new inventory so bare shelves are likely become more common.
—Michelle Deal-Zimmerman, Baltimore Sun, 7 May 2025
Volunteers are expected to live modestly and are paid a monthly living allowance that covers their bare necessities.
—Thomas J Nisley, The Conversation, 6 May 2025
Verb
Punk legend turned pop sensation Billy Idol bares it all in this electrifying documentary, revealing his rise to fame, battle with addiction and triumphant comeback that captivated millions of fans worldwide.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 16 Apr. 2025
Higher prices and shortages are likely As Trump continues to make conflicting statements about tariffs, companies are actively looking at higher prices, lower sales and possibly bare shelves in stores due to fewer shipments from China.
—Josh Boak, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bare
Adjective
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This took mere minutes but left a lasting impression on me as a customer.—
Jesper With-Fogstrup,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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The eight Black Sox players were acquitted on Aug. 2, 1921, after the jury convened for a mere two hours, 47 minutes.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2025
Adjective
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Experts say these are all the benefits of this simple exercise Is Zone 2 cardio best for fat loss?—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
12 May 2025
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Simple Systems: Create ease and flow with simple back-end structures and client journeys.—
Christine Williams,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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Beneath her blazer, the Princess of Wales styled a light blue, button-up collared shirt with exposed cuffs.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
29 Apr. 2025
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Load up on a nutritious brunch The sisters Xenia and Sophie von Oswald mix and match Persian, German and Australian influences at rocket + basil, an easygoing, no-reservations eatery near the busy Potsdamer Platz, with exposed brick walls painted mint green inside.—
Valeriya Safronova,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
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It can't be seen with the naked eye, but a curious weather pattern in the upper level atmosphere above the continental United States is forecast to generate unsettled weather and some big temperature contrasts into the weekend.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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While, erm, pleasuring himself in the shower, a fully naked and very drunk Sean is taken aback by a familiar face who enters his bathroom.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
EW.com,
2 May 2025
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Banking has become functionally correct but emotionally devoid, with the industry swimming in a sea of sameness.—
Michael Abbott,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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Delle, devoid for so long from its intrinsic need for social interaction might be filling in the gaps by talking to himself.—
Mack DeGeurin,
Popular Science,
14 Feb. 2023
Verb
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The list also reveals the male and female names that are the most popular: Olivia and Emma ranked No. 1 and No. 2 for girls, and Liam and Noah ranked No. 1 and No. 2 for boys.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
13 May 2025
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An analysis of the past five years reveals that QUBT experienced a positive one-day return in 73% of these instances, with a median positive return of 3.4% and a maximum positive return of 25.5%.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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During Kenya’s mass protests last year, demonstrators created chatbots to explain complex legislation in plain language to help their peers understand its impact.—
Erika Page,
Christian Science Monitor,
10 May 2025
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There are date-night options ranging from the expensive to the affordable, from the romantic to the just plain fun.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
9 May 2025
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In recent years, K Street has stood out more for its empty storefronts and large number of homeless people than as a vibrant center for activity.—
Stephen Hobbs,
Sacbee.com,
8 May 2025
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Consumers have faced empty supermarket shelves and a nearly 90% surge in prices.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
8 May 2025
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“Bare.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bare. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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