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as in refined
to remove usually visible impurities from
clarify the melted butter by skimming off the milky bits
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as in explained
to make plain or understandable
it would help if you could clarify your position for us
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Recent Examples of clarified
Paula Davis,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
The bar serves a clarified nut-milk punch inspired by Caribbean black cake, while the kitchen turns Carolina Gold rice into sake.
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Staff Author,
Travel + Leisure,
8 June 2026
The final regulation the IRS released Friday names over 70 occupations that may receive tips which may qualify for the deduction, as well as a clarified definition of qualifying tips.
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Kamaron McNair,
CNBC,
13 Apr. 2026
These songs have the clarified rush of an emotional pressure change, like the sensation of removing foam earplugs.
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Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
29 Jan. 2026
Learn more about clarified butter and how to channel Martha when preparing the day’s most important meal.
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Laura Manzano,
Martha Stewart,
21 Jan. 2026
Samantha Stutsman,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
ChristianaCare officials clarified he was not fired before the alleged shooting.
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Raymond Strickland,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
Trantalis later clarified to the Sun Sentinel after the news conference that the street art would be removed as part of a resolution with the city.
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Shira Moolten,
Sun Sentinel,
20 June 2026
Ajmera later clarified the question was hypothetical and did not signal any planned leadership changes.
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Zaire Breedlove,
Charlotte Observer,
19 June 2026
Roughly 50 mosquitoes are tested within a pool, Clifton clarified.
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Claire Murphy,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
At Americana Kitchen at Loews Coral Gables Hotel, Jose Cuervo Reserva de la Familia Cristalino shaken with lychee, rhubarb, St-Germain, bianco vermouth and lemon, then clarified through a milk wash for a silky finish.
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Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
The Oscar-winning actor's son, Scott Eastwood, clarified his career status in a new interview after a resurfaced video led to speculation about Clint's retirement from Hollywood.
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Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
12 June 2026
Officials have since clarified the bonds are being waived for qualified fans who bought World Cup tickets and opted in to FIFA Pass by April 15.
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Melanie Anzidei,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
Adjective
How will roles need to be re-designed or re-clarified?
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Paula Davis,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
The bar serves a clarified nut-milk punch inspired by Caribbean black cake, while the kitchen turns Carolina Gold rice into sake.
—
Staff Author,
Travel + Leisure,
8 June 2026
The final regulation the IRS released Friday names over 70 occupations that may receive tips which may qualify for the deduction, as well as a clarified definition of qualifying tips.
—
Kamaron McNair,
CNBC,
13 Apr. 2026
These songs have the clarified rush of an emotional pressure change, like the sensation of removing foam earplugs.
—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
29 Jan. 2026
Learn more about clarified butter and how to channel Martha when preparing the day’s most important meal.
—
Laura Manzano,
Martha Stewart,
21 Jan. 2026
Verb
While many assumed the jewelry designer had a hand in designing her engagement ring, Meyer clarified in the comments that the proposal — and the ring — were all Ogunlesi's doing.
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Samantha Stutsman,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
ChristianaCare officials clarified he was not fired before the alleged shooting.
—
Raymond Strickland,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
Trantalis later clarified to the Sun Sentinel after the news conference that the street art would be removed as part of a resolution with the city.
—
Shira Moolten,
Sun Sentinel,
20 June 2026
Ajmera later clarified the question was hypothetical and did not signal any planned leadership changes.
—
Zaire Breedlove,
Charlotte Observer,
19 June 2026
Roughly 50 mosquitoes are tested within a pool, Clifton clarified.
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Claire Murphy,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
At Americana Kitchen at Loews Coral Gables Hotel, Jose Cuervo Reserva de la Familia Cristalino shaken with lychee, rhubarb, St-Germain, bianco vermouth and lemon, then clarified through a milk wash for a silky finish.
—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
The Oscar-winning actor's son, Scott Eastwood, clarified his career status in a new interview after a resurfaced video led to speculation about Clint's retirement from Hollywood.
—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
12 June 2026
Officials have since clarified the bonds are being waived for qualified fans who bought World Cup tickets and opted in to FIFA Pass by April 15.
—
Melanie Anzidei,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for clarified
Adjective
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This was a mouse study using a purified research-grade form of phytic acid, not the kind on your dinner plate.
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The work was done in mice using a purified form of phytic acid.
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In an adjoining installation, nude collaborators floated inside a dunk tank flanked by port-a-potties; visitors were encouraged to use (the urine was filtered into the tank).
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The 25, also non-chill filtered, is bottled at 47 percent ABV (94 proof), and that higher proof goes a long way to unlocking the flavor here.
Verb
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Madonna explained that Netflix later connected with her to make a series based on her life and career, but the matter was complicated due to the star not being able to use the script from the Universal project.
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Part of that difference can be explained by the concerns around capital expenditures.
Adjective
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Use whole-grain flours or a mix of whole and refined flours when making baked goods.
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In terms of interior comfort and tech, the Sierra 1500 is in a different class than most work trucks, and is ideal for drivers who want a more refined and advanced pickup.
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Data was extracted from Action, the case management system used by prosecutors’ offices across the state, and shared by the Colorado District Attorneys’ Council.
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The material was extracted from coal gangue, which is the ultra-hard, toxic rock waste left behind after mining and washing coal.
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The phenomenon is raising uncomfortable questions in a creative community where the use of the tech can be a third-rail topic, as illustrated by the recent saga of animator Jorge Gutierrez dropping out of a generative AI series he was set to create for Amazon following backlash.
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Chun serves as showrunner for the series based on the comic, written by Matt Fraction and illustrated by Chip Zdarsky, which was originally published in 2013.
Adjective
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Couples who stay close over the long haul rarely run on pure self-sacrifice.
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What ensued was 90 minutes of pure sound.
Verb
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The pool is being cleaned twice annually, with 10 to 15 large truckloads of debris removed at each cleaning, the National Park Service reports.
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Berlin’s authorities are currently advising people to ensure clothes are thoroughly cleaned after every park visit and to keep windows and doors closed when possible.
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“Clarified.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clarified. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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