1
as in to filter
to remove usually visible impurities from
clarify the melted butter by skimming off the milky bits
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2
as in to explain
to make plain or understandable
it would help if you could clarify your position for us
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Recent Examples of clarify
The Department of Health and Human Services clarified this week that only California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota and New York will see their federal child care dollars — roughly $10 billion in total — halted.
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Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2026
And board member Leslie Juby asked about enforcement, and it was clarified that the Kane County Sheriff’s Office would handle calls about violations.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
This story has been updated to clarify a parking contract in Covington.
—Patricia Gallagher Newberry, Cincinnati Enquirer, 8 Jan. 2026
Reddington clarified that Clancy wouldn’t need an ambulance.
—Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 7 Jan. 2026
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Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2026
And board member Leslie Juby asked about enforcement, and it was clarified that the Kane County Sheriff’s Office would handle calls about violations.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
This story has been updated to clarify a parking contract in Covington.
—Patricia Gallagher Newberry, Cincinnati Enquirer, 8 Jan. 2026
Reddington clarified that Clancy wouldn’t need an ambulance.
—Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 7 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clarify
Verb
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For a subtle but meaningful change, this set of floral sheer curtains from Kelly Clarkson adds a romantic touch to any room while filtering light.—
Shea Simmons,
PEOPLE,
6 Jan. 2026
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Reports began to filter in that insurrectionists, some of whom were believed to be armed and on a mission to kill, had breached the Capitol.—
Zach Fisch,
The Atlantic,
6 Jan. 2026
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Mel explained that Chris was impressed by the move, and the two went for a run and had dinner together the next day.—
Ariana Quihuiz,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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In an interview with Entertainment Weekly's sister publication, PEOPLE, makeup artist Nick Barose explained his inspiration for creating Madigan's glam for the evening.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 Jan. 2026
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The knit top offered the familiar ease of an oversized tee with the warmth and polish of a sweater, a mix that feels both cozy and refined.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
10 Jan. 2026
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In the coming days and weeks, Lake Worth leaders will meet regularly with Kim to review data, refine strategies and ensure timely progress, according to a statement from the district.—
Samuel O'Neal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Jan. 2026
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Recent reassessments in parts of West Garfield Park, North Lawndale and Englewood illustrate a broader problem, with increases that go far beyond routine market movement.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Jan. 2026
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Advertisement No country illustrates the region’s dilemma better than Brazil, Latin America’s largest democracy.—
Oliver Stuenkel,
Time,
9 Jan. 2026
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SpaceX's recovery crews typically aims to collect the Dragon capsule and extract its crew within an hour or so of splashdown.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
11 Jan. 2026
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Fantasy accords bring together a variety of notes to create a scent that either can’t be found in nature or can’t be extracted from raw materials.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
11 Jan. 2026
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The new technology described in the study demonstrates the incredible potential of combining classic engineering principles (like the Tesla turbine) with modern materials science to address long-standing industrial challenges.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Jan. 2026
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Earlier protests demonstrated many Iranians’ opposition to the theocracy’s hard-line ideology, its insistence on the hijab, its control of media and education, its general brutality.—
David Remnick,
New Yorker,
11 Jan. 2026
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The Cardinals fined the coach $100,000 for his actions.—
Mark Anderson,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Jan. 2026
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Bayron-Velez also was fined, charged Florida Department of Health case costs and assigned a continuing medical education course.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
5 Jan. 2026
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Create a sense of order by clearing those surfaces of holiday-specific decor.—
Kristin Hohenadel,
The Spruce,
8 Jan. 2026
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The fire department said its crews cleared the scene a short time later.—
Mike Darnay,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Clarify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clarify. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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