(of a sound or voice) Audibly distinct
(of one's conscience) Free of guilt
(of a colour or a person's complexion) Bright or healthy in appearance
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Easy to understand
“Terry Lovell has explained in a simple and clear way how unmanageable the relation between the commercial and the entertainment value of mass culture can be.”
Clearly or explicitly expressed or defined
“The accompanying manual provides clear instructions on how to operate our new microwave.”
Free from ambiguity
“He made it clear to his mother that he did not like Brussels sprouts.”
Very specific or precise
“You have been given one clear task to complete, so make it happen!”
To be in certain in one's mind
“Let's be clear about what he meant before jumping to conclusions.”
Transparent or unclouded
“The clear blue waters of the hidden lagoon were unblemished by human interference.”
To stand out from being far superior to one's peers
“The Spurs were the clear champions after sweeping the Cavaliers in the 2006-2007 NBA Finals.”
Free of cloud, mist, or rain
“The dark clouds had departed, and the day was now as clear as they had hoped.”
Without defects or blemishes, including freckles or knots
“She had a clear complexion from washing her face twice daily to remove impurities.”
(of a sound or voice) Audibly distinct
“His voice was clear as he sat on the passenger side of his best friend's car trying to holler at her.”
Open and unimpeded by obstructions
“The passage was clear in the middle, just blocked at both ends.”
Empty, free of people or things
“In the early hours of the morning, the city's usually busy streets would be eerily clear.”
Free of something undesirable
“My body is clear of toxins because I drink a glass of ginger juice every day which cleanses my system.”
(of one's conscience) Free of guilt
“I have a clear conscience because everything that I did was justified.”
Complete or full
“We will require two clear days' notice to be able to schedule an appointment.”
Giving off or reflecting light
“As it heated, he held his hands close to the clear flame, and worked his knuckles loose.”
Visibly noticeable
“We looked yonder, and it was clear that there was a cow happily grazing in the paddock.”
Having the ability to perceive clearly
“He approached the issue with a clear and impartial mind.”
(especially of a title) Free from any encumbrance or limitation that presents a question of fact or law
“I have a clear title to this property.”
Reasonable and convincing
Characterized by fullness, strength and depth, especially of sound
Very easy or involving minimal effort
Serving to resolve or settle something
Giving clear and vividly explicit details
Able to be navigated through or traveled on
Having a melodious or harmonious sound
Done in a systematic way, using experiments or tests
Optimistic or positive, especially in an apparently bad or difficult situation
Not able or likely to cause harm or injury
(of sound) Clear and vibrant, typically high-pitched
Free from an obligation or liability imposed on others
Of the most basic kind, especially on a fundamental level
Vigorously keen or severe in expression or style
In an empty or unmarked condition
Eloquent and able with regards to speech
Excellent vantage point for observing events
Not closed or fastened
Free of something undesirable
(of profit or earnings) Remaining after the deduction of tax or other contributions
Lively, attentive, and vibrant, like a fresh blooming peach
Free from physical restraint or confinement
Empty of meaning or value
Bright and colorless, due to the reflection of all visible rays of light
(of a colour or a person's complexion) Bright or healthy in appearance
Without clutter
Bare or exposed without a covering or protection
Having or using the style or diction of clear and factual prose
Pale in color
Offering or producing the greatest advantage
(of the weather) To become brighter
“The gloomy skies should clear tomorrow, and the sun will shine upon us again.”
To gradually go away or disappear
“Your cold and stuffy nose should clear after a few days of rest.”
To remove unwanted items from
“Please ask the waiter to clear these dishes from our table as we have finished our meal.”
To rid an area of obstructions
“The early settlers would clear the land for farming.”
To empty a given space
“At the end of your lease, you must clear the apartment of all of your personal belongings before you leave.”
To cause people to leave a building or place
“We will be having an emergency drill later today, and everyone will be required to clear the building.”
To pay off one's debts
“I sold my precious car to help clear a significant portion of my credit card debt.”
To physically get or pass over something
“Sage would clear the hurdles with ease on her way to winning the race over 400 meters.”
To remove from suspicion
“We have some new evidence that will clear the suspect of any wrongdoing.”
To provide authorization or clearance to
“On your first day of employment, management will clear your access to our top-secret laboratories.”
To earn a profit of
“At its peak, his business would clear hundreds of thousands of dollars in profit annually.”
To remove impurities from
“We can clear this murky water by passing it through a filter.”
To unclog something tubular or cylindrical
“You could try using a plunger to clear your clogged pipes.”
(clear up) To cause to be clear from ambiguity
“We need to clear up what the exact cause of the issue is.”
To make someone (or a group) familiar with or knowledgeable about something
To physically remove or eliminate
To unload or empty out (from a container)
To make available
To pat lightly and quickly to clean or wipe away
To find a way through (an obstacle or difficult route)
To clean by sweeping
To remove people from a place
To clear a check when due
To remove mist or moisture from a surface
To throw away (something unwanted or useless)
To move, demolish, or flatten with a bulldozer
To move or depart to another place
To put away or aside (for later use)
To remove unwanted vegetation from a cultivated area
To climb up or over (something high and steep)
To become open
To break free from confinement or control
To remove or undo a snarl or tangle
To escape or get away from
To send away or order to leave
To kill or take the life of
To separate or cause to be separated into constituent parts or components
To wash something by rinsing or flooding with water
(of colors) To render pale or less bright
To remove the chosen option
To make not set
To show or prove to be right or reasonable
To peel or remove the outer layer of
To make smooth or glossy by applying surface pressure
To bring or come to an end
(clear of) So as to be out of the way of or away from
“Stand clear of the automatic doors as they are closing if you do not want to hurt yourself.”
In a manner that is clear and intelligible
“The politician spoke firmly and clear about his vision for the country.”
All the way
“The dog jumped clear over the fence.”
From start to finish
At a distance (away), literally or figuratively
Without suffering any punishment or injury
An act of sweeping or clearing away with a brush or with one's hand
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