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as in filters
to remove usually visible impurities from
clarify the melted butter by skimming off the milky bits
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as in explains
to make plain or understandable
it would help if you could clarify your position for us
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Recent Examples of clarifies
The Davines Heart of Glass Silkening Shampoo is a toning shampoo for blonde and gray hair that gently clarifies and banishes brassiness.
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Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
25 June 2026
This article clarifies that this promise is about expanding opportunity for all to pursue success, not guaranteeing identical outcomes.
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Brian Castrucci,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
Cole immediately laughs at the comparison as Steven quickly clarifies that version of Cole may be in the past.
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Deirdre Durkan,
PEOPLE,
18 June 2026
Progetto 11 also clarifies that Coperni is controlled by two entities, Coperni UK Limited, which holds the license with Tomorrow, and Coperni SAS, a French operating company that oversees day-to-day operations.
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Joe Bobowicz,
Vogue,
17 June 2026
That cut features 45 minutes of additional footage that clarifies character motivations and restores Eva Green's part, which was cut from the film.
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Britt Hayes,
Entertainment Weekly,
16 June 2026
Skin longevity is having a moment as fresh 2025 and 2026 research clarifies what actually slows visible aging and what is marketing noise.
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Allison Palmer
updated June 13,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 June 2026
The legislation clarifies the definition of data centers and allows the state Department of Environmental Quality to set the standards for data centers’ water usage, NC Newsline reported.
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Mary Ramsey
updated June 8,
Charlotte Observer,
9 June 2026
Strongly supported by the American Society of Transplant Surgeons, the act also clarifies that organ donation qualifies under the Family and Medical Leave Act, giving donors protected employment status during recovery.
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Gabriel Schnickel,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 June 2026
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
25 June 2026
This article clarifies that this promise is about expanding opportunity for all to pursue success, not guaranteeing identical outcomes.
—
Brian Castrucci,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
Cole immediately laughs at the comparison as Steven quickly clarifies that version of Cole may be in the past.
—
Deirdre Durkan,
PEOPLE,
18 June 2026
Progetto 11 also clarifies that Coperni is controlled by two entities, Coperni UK Limited, which holds the license with Tomorrow, and Coperni SAS, a French operating company that oversees day-to-day operations.
—
Joe Bobowicz,
Vogue,
17 June 2026
That cut features 45 minutes of additional footage that clarifies character motivations and restores Eva Green's part, which was cut from the film.
—
Britt Hayes,
Entertainment Weekly,
16 June 2026
Skin longevity is having a moment as fresh 2025 and 2026 research clarifies what actually slows visible aging and what is marketing noise.
—
Allison Palmer
updated June 13,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 June 2026
The legislation clarifies the definition of data centers and allows the state Department of Environmental Quality to set the standards for data centers’ water usage, NC Newsline reported.
—
Mary Ramsey
updated June 8,
Charlotte Observer,
9 June 2026
Strongly supported by the American Society of Transplant Surgeons, the act also clarifies that organ donation qualifies under the Family and Medical Leave Act, giving donors protected employment status during recovery.
—
Gabriel Schnickel,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for clarifies
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The team filters in slowly, following a late game the night before.
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Some portion of light inevitably filters through.
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Wilson explains that those differences include such elements as bespoke billet door handles and mirrors, LED headlights, and a tailgate equipped with a backup camera.
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This brief video below explains how that's changed over the years.
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Salicylic acid works deep within pores to tackle buildup, while lactic acid smooths rough texture and refines skin’s surface, leaving skin looking clearer and feeling smoother in just a few swipes.
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Our mature beauty testers are a fan of Round Lab new formula that softens and refines skin, all while offering sun protection.
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What this illustrates, though, is that nations vying for AI power understand that there’s more than one way to skin a cat.
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While removal from the Dow did not necessarily cause Intel's rebound, still, the performance illustrates why index deletion does not always lead to further losses, especially for struggling stocks.
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This process extracts the melon’s precious juice and preserves its vivid color.
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Like Fernando Alonso and once upon a time, Sebastian Vettel, Hulkenberg often extracts more out of the car than anyone would expect.
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While generative AI has reignited concerns about AI taking over jobs, Oracle demonstrates one way AI can contribute to job losses beyond direct human replacements.
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Commissioning the spacecraft ahead of schedule and immediately starting orbital maneuvers demonstrates the ability to respond rapidly during a crisis.
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The president said the move clears the way for the military and police to restore order.
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The certification clears the way for deployment of the company’s SR-1 technology in regulated manufacturing environments across the United States and Canada.
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Its Turbo Brush is perfect for collecting pet hair, and the Parquet Twister floorhead has a double-swivel joint that gently cleans and maneuvers across hard surfaces.
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Liliana, who is divorced, cleans for a living and sells homemade tamales on weekends.
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