Synonyms of clear
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as in crystal 
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as in obvious
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as in confident
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as in sunny
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as in conclusive
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as in cleared
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as in innocent
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as in shining
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as in to open
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as in to rid
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as in to pay
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as in to empty
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as in to clarify
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as in to free
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as in to earn
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as in crystal
easily seen through
the clear glass walls of the aquarium's giant ocean tank
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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 confident
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 cleared
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 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 rid
to set (a person or thing) free of something that encumbers
cleared the woods of brush
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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
Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 May 2025
This kind of partnership, Nye said, helped the office clear a backlog of over 1,000 such tips from before Labrador took office.
—Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 11 May 2025
Sudiksha Kochi, USA Today, 12 May 2025
But others, such as Los Angeles, have pushed back against previous pressure by Newsom to clear the encampments.
—Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 May 2025
Jay Ginsbach, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2025
Unlike in many other camper vans, the table relies solely on a locking gas strut and does not require a telescoping leg, keeping plenty of legroom clear below.
—New Atlas, 10 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
The Constitution is perfectly clear: no present 'of any kind whatever' from a foreign state without Congressional permission.
—Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 May 2025
This kind of partnership, Nye said, helped the office clear a backlog of over 1,000 such tips from before Labrador took office.
—Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 11 May 2025
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Attorney General Pam Bondi cleared the gift from a foreign ruler, concluding is was legally allowed if the plane is donated to Trump's presidential library, ABC News reported.
—Sudiksha Kochi, USA Today, 12 May 2025
But others, such as Los Angeles, have pushed back against previous pressure by Newsom to clear the encampments.
—Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 May 2025
Adverb
All those 3-year-old fillies and others ahead on the Kentucky Oaks Trail are chasing the fine filly Good Cheer, who sailed clear to remain undefeated (5-for-5) with another resounding win as the 1/9 heavy favorite last Saturday in the Rachel Alexander Stakes at the Fair Grounds.
—Jay Ginsbach, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2025
Unlike in many other camper vans, the table relies solely on a locking gas strut and does not require a telescoping leg, keeping plenty of legroom clear below.
—New Atlas, 10 Feb. 2025
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For fashion's biggest night, Megan went for classic glamour in a custom Michael Kors Collection optic white lace goddess gown with crystal hand embroidery and an optic white faux fox opera coat with a sequin lining.—
Rachel McRady,
People.com,
6 May 2025
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This scenic gorge captivates in winter, when water rushing over the vertical cliff walls freezes into a silent, crystal cathedral of blue-and-white icicles.—
Lisa Kadane,
AFAR Media,
1 Apr. 2025
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The lesson is obvious for investors: always consider control systems.—
Jim Osman,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2025
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That was all too obvious within minutes of his final home game of the season coming to an end on Friday night.—
Simon Johnson,
New York Times,
17 May 2025
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The big story Just a week after a breakthrough in U.S.-China trade tensions, neither side can yet be confident that the other is holding up their end of the bargain.—
Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
21 May 2025
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The club, for their part, are confident they will be granted entry.—
Matt Woosnam,
New York Times,
21 May 2025
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Additional alerts may be issued Tuesday afternoon if sunny and warm conditions continue, the alert said.—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 May 2025
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Skies will be mostly sunny with a 20% chance of rain.—
Martin E. Comas,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2025
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Perhaps the most conclusive evidence assembled has been the 800 page report and interactive digital platform by experts at Forensic Architecture.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
15 May 2025
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The filmmakers are never conclusive about Enzo’s burgeoning sexuality nor his plans for the future, and that’s clearly by design.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
14 May 2025
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These rapid deportations mean some innocent people are being denied the chance to clear their name in a U.S. courtroom.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA Today,
19 May 2025
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Seeing innocent people arrested for exercising their civil rights, sparked his desire to pursue a career in law.—
J.M. Banks,
Kansas City Star,
18 May 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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The bill, aimed at rectifying inequality in land ownership left over from South Africa's racial apartheid system, opens pathways for the government to seize private land for public use – sometimes without compensation.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
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Mikayla instructs them to close their eyes, take a bite, then open them.—
Angela Andaloro,
People.com,
21 May 2025
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“Clear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clear. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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