Synonyms of clear
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as in transparent
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as in certain
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as in sunny
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as in conclusive
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as in unobstructed
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as in innocent
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as in shining
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as in to rid
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as in to empty
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as in to open
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as in to clarify
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as in to free
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as in to smooth
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as in to acquit
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as in to approve
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as in to remove
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as in to earn
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as in obvious
not subject to misinterpretation or more than one interpretation
the meaning of her broad smile was clear to the whole class
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as in transparent
easily seen through
the clear glass walls of the aquarium's giant ocean tank
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as in certain
having or showing a mind free from doubt
I need to be absolutely clear about what you're saying
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as in sunny
not stormy or cloudy
novice pilots can only fly on clear days
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as in conclusive
serving to put an end to all debate or questioning
the evidence is clear: he's innocent
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as in unobstructed
allowing passage without obstruction
flooding was widespread, and only some roads are clear so far
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as in innocent
free from guilt or blame
slept with a clear conscience
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as in shining
giving off or reflecting much light
spermaceti candles were once highly prized for the clear flame that they produced
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as in to rid
to set (a person or thing) free of something that encumbers
cleared the woods of brush
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as in to open
to rid the surface of (as an area) from things in the way
the early settlers worked hard to clear the land for crops
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as in to clarify
to remove usually visible impurities from
cleared the car windows
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as in to free
to set free from entanglement or difficulty
cleared himself of any involvement in the matter
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as in to smooth
to make passage through (something) possible by removing obstructions
plows promptly cleared the roads of snow
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as in to acquit
to free from a charge of wrongdoing
she had once been accused of embezzlement, but an investigation by the bank cleared her
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as in to approve
to give official acceptance of as satisfactory
the administration cleared the plan, and building should begin shortly
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as in to remove
to take away from a place or position
cleared the dishes from the table
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as in to inform
to give information to
please clear my mind about the new arrangement regarding reimbursement for traveling expenses
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Recent Examples of clear
Doug Ferguson, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2025
Avoiding nonessential travel and keeping roads clear helps the plows move more quickly.
—Adam Tamburin, Axios, 18 Feb. 2025
Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 10 July 2025
Lawyers for the immigrant rights groups challenging the law said the courts have been clear that such penalties are unconstitutional because immigration enforcement is a federal responsibility.
—Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 10 July 2025
Piet Levy, jsonline.com, 12 July 2025
After the event had ended, police worked to clear Summit Park and sent everyone home.
—Cameron Knight, The Enquirer, 11 July 2025
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His ball cut through the wind and sailed clear over the green into the water, leading to a triple bogey that ended his hopes.
—Doug Ferguson, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2025
Avoiding nonessential travel and keeping roads clear helps the plows move more quickly.
—Adam Tamburin, Axios, 18 Feb. 2025
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The extent of the driver’s injuries were not immediately clear.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 10 July 2025
Lawyers for the immigrant rights groups challenging the law said the courts have been clear that such penalties are unconstitutional because immigration enforcement is a federal responsibility.
—Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 10 July 2025
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Skies were clear when the evacuation took place, but the ample time allowed plenty of opportunity for fest goers and staff to clear the area before storms finally arrived in the 8 p.m. hour.
—Piet Levy, jsonline.com, 12 July 2025
After the event had ended, police worked to clear Summit Park and sent everyone home.
—Cameron Knight, The Enquirer, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clear
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Consolidation by the end of the decade The future of other brands is less obvious, but consolidation among the mainstream brands is likely before the end of the decade.—
Neil Winton,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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The harmful consequences to the economy and food supply is obvious.—
Billal Rahman
Dan Gooding,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 June 2025
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Don’t pack: Large toiletry bags Pack this instead: Small, transparent toiletry bags Large toiletry bags can take up a lot of unnecessary and valuable space in a carry-on suitcase.—
Asia London Palomba,
Travel + Leisure,
12 July 2025
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Several silhouettes were encased in rigid, transparent plastic shells, and veiled, sometimes with bejeweled faces.—
Alice Pfeiffer,
CNN Money,
11 July 2025
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Keep in mind that buckwheat can cause allergic reactions in certain people (especially in Asian countries), particularly if eaten frequently or in large amounts.—
Caroline Tien,
SELF,
15 July 2025
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However, Flow Space may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes.—
Jessica Hartshorn,
Flow Space,
14 July 2025
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Chandan Khanna | Afp | Getty Images The Sunshine State isn’t always sunny, of course, especially during hurricane season.—
Scott Cohn,
CNBC,
11 July 2025
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There were two more medical incidents in the crowd, but the Spaniard kept up the sunny disposition when play restarted to take the opener with a 100 per cent success rates on first serve points.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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First, as Paul points out, laboratory tests may not be conclusive or may appear normal, even when the patient is clearly experiencing abnormal symptoms.—
Elizabeth Yuko,
Flow Space,
7 July 2025
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Replay seemed to show LeMahieu getting in under Sánchez’s tag, but a lack of conclusive evidence led to the original call being upheld after a review.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
21 June 2025
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Have a wide, unobstructed view of the sky, a lawn chair or a blanket to lay down on, and do not try to use a telescope or binoculars — a rookie error that will hugely restrict your view.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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The hotel's infinity pool, carved right into the cliffside, makes for a perfect Instagram photo backdrop, though rooms also include private plunge pools that come with their own unobstructed sunset views and a bit more privacy.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
8 July 2025
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That includes sparklers, which may look more innocent but can get up to 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2025
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So far, the city's liability insurance carriers have agreed to pay nearly $27 million to settle four civil rights lawsuits alleging detectives — including some identified by multiple former officers as Wolverines — framed innocent people.—
Kristine Phillips,
IndyStar,
4 July 2025
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Attendees rode in support of and alongside community member Eva Zamora, who is a shining example of how to live your best life with Parkinson’s disease and takes cycle classes at EōS regularly, a news release stated.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Apr. 2025
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Her next shining moment comes when two young sisters enter the hospital.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
People.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Clear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clear. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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