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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
When asked if he is divorced, Marsden's character clarifies he is widowed.
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Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 2 Apr. 2026
Lawmakers must pass legislation that clarifies that ostomy supplies are not appropriate for inclusion in competitive bidding programs and should be treated as patient-specific systems, not interchangeable goods.
—Diego Schaps, STAT, 1 Apr. 2026
In it, Rothbard clarifies that the difference between war and all other questions of crime and punishment is simply a matter of scale.
—Connor Okeeffe, Oc Register, 29 Mar. 2026
Guidance from Mass Legal Help further clarifies limits on landlord behavior.
—Darlin Tillery, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2026
The Trimmer understands that a strategic delay is not procrastination, but a patient wait until the situation clarifies itself.
—David Brooks, The Atlantic, 25 Mar. 2026
The plan approved Tuesday clarifies that the school board can consider two renamings in one year, up from the previous guidance of limiting renamings to one per year, Bagula said.
—Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Mar. 2026
Draft an email that clarifies expectations on a project, or host a book club with your friends.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 21 Mar. 2026
Your 11th House of Social Networks brightens as the intuitive Moon conjoins studious Mercury, so thoughtful outreach strengthens bonds and clarifies shared goals, especially within teams and community circles.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 17 Mar. 2026
Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 2 Apr. 2026
Lawmakers must pass legislation that clarifies that ostomy supplies are not appropriate for inclusion in competitive bidding programs and should be treated as patient-specific systems, not interchangeable goods.
—Diego Schaps, STAT, 1 Apr. 2026
In it, Rothbard clarifies that the difference between war and all other questions of crime and punishment is simply a matter of scale.
—Connor Okeeffe, Oc Register, 29 Mar. 2026
Guidance from Mass Legal Help further clarifies limits on landlord behavior.
—Darlin Tillery, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2026
The Trimmer understands that a strategic delay is not procrastination, but a patient wait until the situation clarifies itself.
—David Brooks, The Atlantic, 25 Mar. 2026
The plan approved Tuesday clarifies that the school board can consider two renamings in one year, up from the previous guidance of limiting renamings to one per year, Bagula said.
—Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Mar. 2026
Draft an email that clarifies expectations on a project, or host a book club with your friends.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 21 Mar. 2026
Your 11th House of Social Networks brightens as the intuitive Moon conjoins studious Mercury, so thoughtful outreach strengthens bonds and clarifies shared goals, especially within teams and community circles.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 17 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for clarifies
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Its integrated spotlight and Color Night Vision keep your perimeter secure 24/7, while its smart AI detection filters out false alerts.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
3 Apr. 2026
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Other best practices include regular pet grooming, changing HVAC filters regularly, using doormats, and washing bedding weekly.—
Sunshine Flint,
Architectural Digest,
2 Apr. 2026
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Enjoy, and see you soon… A flood of cheap copies of Novo Nordisk’s blockbuster weight-loss drug in India is already reshaping the country’s fast-growing obesity medicine market, showing how quickly the patent cliff will affect GLP-1 makers like Eli Lilly, Bloomberg News explains.—
Ed Silverman,
STAT,
10 Apr. 2026
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Legally, as Randi helpfully explains, Deborah can film something as long as it’s not released until the noncompete is over.—
Jessica M. Goldstein,
Vulture,
10 Apr. 2026
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Operating under MoDE-VLA, the system continuously refines its actions based on real-time physical feedback, resulting in substantial improvements in dexterous task performance.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Mar. 2026
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The system then evaluates and refines those ideas, filtering out any that are not novel.—
Jacek Krywko,
Scientific American,
27 Mar. 2026
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Through a blend of archival recordings and contemporary interviews, the series illustrates how the church became a sanctuary for its community, honoring both their faith and queerness while fostering joy and connection during a time of profound grief.—
Patrick Hipes,
Deadline,
7 Apr. 2026
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The film illustrates how her powerful images not only document the human cost of conflict but also drive social change, emphasizing the ethical responsibilities of journalism and highlighting the universal struggle between ambition and familial obligations.—
Brande Victorian,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Apr. 2026
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If someone extracts your phone's data through this vulnerability, that information could be exposed.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
5 Apr. 2026
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Soderbergh extracts some fun from the ensuing cat-and-mouse logistics, from Lori’s meticulous duplication of the Christophers to Julian’s efforts to bluff her into admitting her true intentions.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
3 Apr. 2026
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Kia’s killing, and those of countless Iranian scientists in all parts of the country, demonstrates the lengths to which Israel and the United States are willing to go to ensure that Tehran’s ability to weaponize its nuclear program is significantly curtailed after the war ends.—
Mostafa Salem,
CNN Money,
7 Apr. 2026
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When targeted effectively, however, WOTC demonstrates strong potential.—
Brooke Creek,
Boston Herald,
7 Apr. 2026
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After all, James Dolan paid a visit to Ariel Hukporti’s locker last season shortly before the Knicks traded away Jericho Sims, and Diawara clears Hukporti in the impact department.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
1 Apr. 2026
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Spring cleaning clears all that buildup so your windows actually look clear again.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 Mar. 2026
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The spray face is mineral-resistant and cleans easily.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Apr. 2026
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Ready for a home robot that wakes you up, makes breakfast and even cleans the house afterward?—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
7 Apr. 2026
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“Clarifies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clarifies. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026.
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