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 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
Korin Miller, Flow Space, 16 June 2025
In a May 2, 2017 text, Ventura was clear with Khorram that Combs allegedly attacked her.
—Rolling Stone, 16 June 2025
Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 17 June 2025
Jim Gardiner cleared of ethics charge, $20k fine; ethics board chair stepping down
After roughly four years of investigations, $20,000 in levied fines, and bureaucratic battles, the Chicago Board of Ethics board cleared 45th Ward Ald.
—Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2025
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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For some, a cancer diagnosis can help make the future clear, Ammon says.
—Korin Miller, Flow Space, 16 June 2025
In a May 2, 2017 text, Ventura was clear with Khorram that Combs allegedly attacked her.
—Rolling Stone, 16 June 2025
Verb
What remains a decade later is a rare piece of recreational infrastructure: dozens of smoothed and cleared trails, winding from elevations near 6,000 feet down through forested ridges and open pastures.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 17 June 2025
Jim Gardiner cleared of ethics charge, $20k fine; ethics board chair stepping down
After roughly four years of investigations, $20,000 in levied fines, and bureaucratic battles, the Chicago Board of Ethics board cleared 45th Ward Ald.
—Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2025
Adverb
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 glasses are each pulled from one piece of crystal glass for an elegant, minimalist structure.—
Maria Conti,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 June 2025
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The executive has also worked for LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton label Berluti and Hermès International’s crystal glasswear brand Saint-Louis.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
6 May 2025
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But before checking for ripeness, start by inspecting the pineapple for any obvious signs of damage or spoilage, including bruising, soft spots, wrinkled skin, or dry, brown leaves.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
22 June 2025
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This is an obvious chips-in move for them after their half-court offense face-planted against the Golden State Warriors in the first round of the playoffs.—
John Hollinger,
New York Times,
22 June 2025
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Brother Rice coach Sean McBride felt confident giving Sheehan the ball.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
14 June 2025
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Companies that use a lot of fuel as part of their business and need their customers feeling confident enough to travel fell to some of the sharpest losses.—
Stan Choe,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2025
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The best time to spray poison ivy is on a sunny, calm day when temperatures are between 60°F and 85°F and no rain is in the forecast.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
17 June 2025
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Phillippe said she was inspired by California rock stars of the ’70s and sunny beach days.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
16 June 2025
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There’s little conclusive evidence yet that creatine boosts cognition.—
Staff Author Published,
Verywell Health,
11 June 2025
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While some research in animals and human cells suggests glyphosate may cause DNA damage and atrazine could mess with hormones, there isn’t currently any conclusive evidence of harm in people based on how we’re being exposed (including in relation to cumulative risk).—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
10 June 2025
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To insinuate yourself into someone’s life, the biggest manipulators act like the most innocent victims.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
9 June 2025
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Loew was made the mark in a kind of confidence game, Schulberg recalls, with Thalberg and Mayer putting on a show of activity at the failing Louis B. Mayer Productions that nonetheless impressed the Hollywood innocent.—
Adam Gopnik,
New Yorker,
9 June 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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That left Nesmith on Gilgeous-Alexander to open the possession.—
Anthony Slater,
New York Times,
14 June 2025
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Comparable sales includes sales at all locations, physical and online, open greater than 52 weeks (including remodels and relocations) and excludes closed stores.—
Shivaram Rajgopal,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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“Clear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clear. Accessed 26 Jun. 2025.
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