as in transparency
the state or quality of being easily seen through
the exceptional translucence of the sapphire adds to its value
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Recent Examples of translucence
Quick-cut to her fingertips, visible through the dough’s elastic translucence.
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Amy Drew Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 13 Mar. 2025
Their almost ghostly translucence reveals vibrant orange internal organs, lending them an otherworldly glow.
—Scott Travers, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
The tights offer a subtle translucence for an elegant look while still maintaining some coverage, bringing just the right amount of sheerness to any outfit.
—L.a. Hubilla, People.com, 19 Dec. 2024
Paris Texas’ Lidia styles have become a summer mainstay among celebrities embracing mesh and translucence.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
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Amy Drew Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 13 Mar. 2025
Their almost ghostly translucence reveals vibrant orange internal organs, lending them an otherworldly glow.
—Scott Travers, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
The tights offer a subtle translucence for an elegant look while still maintaining some coverage, bringing just the right amount of sheerness to any outfit.
—L.a. Hubilla, People.com, 19 Dec. 2024
Paris Texas’ Lidia styles have become a summer mainstay among celebrities embracing mesh and translucence.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
See All Example Sentences for translucence
Recent Examples of Synonyms for translucence
Noun
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The transparency obligations under Article 50, including disclosure for chatbot interactions, will come into force from 2 August.—
Chas Newkey-Burden,
TheWeek,
11 May 2026
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Now, agencies must weigh whether to adhere to federal dictates or comply with state transparency rules, with some directing records custodians and media spokespersons to acknowledge public records requests but not fulfill them unless ICE grants approval, records show.—
Monique O. Madan,
Sun Sentinel,
11 May 2026
Noun
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This transcript was automatically generated, and then edited for clarity in its current form.—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
7 May 2026
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In an interview edited for length and clarity, Campbell talked about the band’s best-selling 1980 debut, how Chrissie Hynde of the Pretenders discovered UB40, and how the multiracial reggae group was initially accepted more in Jamaica than at home.—
Peter Larsen,
Oc Register,
7 May 2026
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What emerged was not a steady, upward march of brightness.—
Bree Shirvell,
Hartford Courant,
12 May 2026
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According to internal WayShot data, editing a single social-ready photo typically takes around 20 minutes, as users cycle through brightness adjustments, color grading, and filter experimentation.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
12 May 2026
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Howe’s first excursion into the Champions League stretched the squad to translucency, while executive churn, financial restrictions and then a summer of carnage in the transfer market have been challenges to overcome.—
George Caulkin,
New York Times,
20 Mar. 2026
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The studio’s bio-plastics are built from biopolymers such as agar and gelatin, with varying components used to control flexibility and translucency.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Translucence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/translucence. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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