1
as in transparency
the state or quality of being easily seen through
mountain streams with water of incredible clarity
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2
as in simplicity
clearness of expression
this explanation of the greenhouse effect is a marvel of clarity
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Recent Examples of clarity
Letters are subject to editing for clarity and length.
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Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Jan. 2026
Brown explains that the business has always been rooted in high-value goods, but its scope narrowed over time as the team gained clarity around what could be executed consistently and responsibly.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 8 Jan. 2026
This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity.
—Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 8 Jan. 2026
The arbitration settlements provide a measure of clarity on what the Red Sox payroll should be heading into 2026.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 8 Jan. 2026
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Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Jan. 2026
Brown explains that the business has always been rooted in high-value goods, but its scope narrowed over time as the team gained clarity around what could be executed consistently and responsibly.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 8 Jan. 2026
This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity.
—Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 8 Jan. 2026
The arbitration settlements provide a measure of clarity on what the Red Sox payroll should be heading into 2026.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 8 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clarity
Noun
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The decision is raising questions about media access and transparency.—
Mahsa Saeidi,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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There is no meaningful competition, no transparency, and no leverage for the businesses footing the bill.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The simplicity makes the robot lighter, cheaper, and easier to operate.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Nov. 2025
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For those seeking simplicity, options such as eco-friendly guesthouses, cozy budget inns, or camping at Cinnamon Bay offer affordable ways to stay close to nature.—
Essence,
Essence,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Motorola built the camera system around Sony’s LYTIA sensor to improve brightness and color accuracy.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Jan. 2026
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Those on a budget can find simple lanterns with multiple brightness levels at low price points.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Jan. 2026
Noun
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That need for validation is seen most immediately in Isabella but broadens out to Sam the director in the film whom Isabella accuses in a moment of catty lucidity of fearing that he will be exposed as a talentless coward with nothing to say….—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
24 Nov. 2025
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As Chandan drifts between lucidity and confusion, Shoaib tries to comfort him, but his condition deteriorates rapidly.—
Isadora Wandermurem,
Time,
21 Nov. 2025
Noun
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His was an innings of belligerent brilliance.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
6 Jan. 2026
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Of course, the Longhorns derived some of their success from Manning’s individual brilliance.—
David Eckert,
Austin American Statesman,
2 Jan. 2026
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“Clarity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clarity. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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