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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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
The question of its constitutionality is not clear-cut.
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Arkansas Online,
20 Mar. 2026
But the case might not be all that clear-cut.
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Clio Chang,
Curbed,
11 Mar. 2026
The line between the frontlines and the homefront in terms of injuries is no longer clear-cut.
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Amelie Botbol,
FOXNews.com,
2 Mar. 2026
The conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan is a more clear-cut diplomatic win for the president.
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Abc News,
ABC News,
25 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for clear-cut
Arkansas Online,
20 Mar. 2026
But the case might not be all that clear-cut.
—
Clio Chang,
Curbed,
11 Mar. 2026
The line between the frontlines and the homefront in terms of injuries is no longer clear-cut.
—
Amelie Botbol,
FOXNews.com,
2 Mar. 2026
The conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan is a more clear-cut diplomatic win for the president.
—
Abc News,
ABC News,
25 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for clear-cut
Recent Examples of Synonyms for clear-cut
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Sure enough, all tires were up and there were no obvious punctures or hissing sounds.
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One of the first obvious things was that Larry is the guy who told Lincoln to go see that play.
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The decentralized group, created by 15-year-old Bradley Chance Cadenhead in Stephenville, targets children through social media, gaming platforms and messaging apps to coerce them into self-harm and sharing explicit content.
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Samaritaine is explicit about this positioning.
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Two men were found unresponsive with apparent gunshot wounds.
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The potential perils of this were apparent in Delaware, where a Caesar Rodney impersonator was manning the booth (the Caesar Rodney Institute was the sponsor).
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There are definite similarities to previous summer transfer sagas involving Barcelona which have dominated headlines before or during big international tournaments.
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The Landry family bid viewers farewell on Sunday night, with the season 4 finale of The Way Home serving as the definite conclusion to Hallmark's multigenerational, century spanning drama.
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The Statue of Liberty, multiple films This unmistakable statue has been a symbol of welcome to immigrants entering New York’s harbor since it was given to the United States by France in 1886.
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The drivers will speed past landmarks including the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, the National Gallery of Art and the National Archives, creating a course that blends technical challenge with an unmistakable and historic backdrop.
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There has been no definitive declaration about which direction this team will take.
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Moreover, Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh did a good job at his first post-meeting press conference last week, and the potential for a definitive agreement to end the war with Iran bodes well for the global economy.
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Emergency crews continue to assess the situation in different parts of the country, while authorities are expected to provide a clearer picture in the coming hours regarding material damage, injuries and possible fatalities.
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There’s clear evidence that some of the links between larger climate patterns in the atmosphere are being altered by climate change, Trenberth said.
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Even though the film had no specific political focus.
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The specific programs targeted by the EPA regulate emissions from vehicles, lawn and garden equipment, and generators.
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“Clear-cut.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clear-cut. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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