1
as in obvious
not subject to misinterpretation or more than one interpretation
a clear-cut case of plagiarism that resulted in her immediate dismissal
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2
as in explicit
so clearly expressed as to leave no doubt about the meaning
clear-cut instructions that even an idiot should be able to follow
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Recent Examples of clear-cut
What could happen to the weather in the coming months without La Niña and El Niño is less clear-cut, but forecasters are already making predictions.
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Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 10 Apr. 2025
Her idea was clear-cut: make the dogs happy, and the owners will follow.
—Ethan Stone, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2025
For the first time since 2019, the Knights enter a season without a clear-cut starting quarterback.
—Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2025
The exterior light debate is not clear-cut; factors like energy usage, security concerns, placement, and even local wildlife come into play.
—Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Apr. 2025
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Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 10 Apr. 2025
Her idea was clear-cut: make the dogs happy, and the owners will follow.
—Ethan Stone, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2025
For the first time since 2019, the Knights enter a season without a clear-cut starting quarterback.
—Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2025
The exterior light debate is not clear-cut; factors like energy usage, security concerns, placement, and even local wildlife come into play.
—Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clear-cut
Adjective
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With such a depleted draft stash, the Bucks don't have any obvious levers to pull to help bolster their supporting cast alongside Antetokounmpo and Lillard.—
Bryan Toporek,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Still, Strider was frustrated for obvious reasons and searching for answers.—
David O'Brien,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2025
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Norris steps out of the aisle and appears to direct two other men in, though no explicit order could be heard.—
Kinsey Crowley,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards has been fined $50,000 by the NBA for an explicit verbal exchange with a Los Angeles Lakers fan during Game 1 of their first-round playoff series.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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The state Department of Environmental Conservation and the city DEP both cited the MTA earlier this month when an apparent overflow in the depot’s sewage ejection pit ran off into nearby storm drains, spilling what DEC inspectors estimated to be 50 gallons of waste into the bay.—
Evan Simko-Bednarski,
New York Daily News,
27 Apr. 2025
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Johnathan Kovacevic did not play after the first period with an apparent injury.—
Peter Baugh,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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But despite definite similarities between Bono and Peters’ vocal styles, the Alarm’s music was less anthemic and centered more around acoustic guitars.—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
29 Apr. 2025
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Your ideal clients want someone who stands for something definite.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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She’s been wildly influential without ever being less than unmistakable; no matter what sonic, thematic or characteristic elements other artists may borrow from her, none of them would ever risk being taken for Lana herself.—
Andrew Unterberger,
Billboard,
26 Apr. 2025
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The song, a collaboration between The Pogues frontman MacGowan and the unmistakable O’Connor, reenters the Official Physical Singles chart at No. 18.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Crypto Confidential: Forbes' definitive guide to crypto and blockchain, delivered to your inbox every Saturday.—
Azeem Khan,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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While that’s a definitive move, there are also questions about a different Republican House member: Could Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) try to challenge New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D)?—
Alexis Simendinger,
The Hill,
23 Apr. 2025
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What Brands Can Learn For luxury and lifestyle brands outside of hospitality, the lessons are clear: Create emotional anchors.—
Kate Hardcastle,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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Although no concrete action appears to have come from Martin's letters yet, Garcia said the implications are clear.—
Tom Dreisbach,
NPR,
29 Apr. 2025
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Readers should not rely solely on the content of this article and are encouraged to seek professional advice tailored to their specific circumstances.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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Though, when looking at specific issues, that confidence drops further.—
Callie Patteson,
The Washington Examiner,
27 Apr. 2025
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“Clear-cut.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clear-cut. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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