clear (up)

verb

Definition of clear (up)next
as in to explain
to make plain or understandable a simple explanation cleared the matter up

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clear (up)
  1. explain
  2. clarify
  3. illustrate
  4. demonstrate
  5. simplify
Verb
  • A lot of that can be explained by the unique aspects of our health care system.
    Ken Alltucker, USA TODAY, 15 Dec. 2024
  • Not only do the stores help educators, Klein explained that the stores eliminate waste.
    Zach Bradshaw, The Arizona Republic, 15 Dec. 2024
Definition of explain
Verb
  • This serves as a critical reminder to prepare thoroughly—by asking the right questions, clarifying expectations, and planning strategically—to make the most of their leave while balancing personal and professional priorities.
    Christine Michel Carter, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
  • Authorities did not clarify when the Facebook threats were made, but both schools — and the entire Clearview Local School District — were closed on Thursday, Dec. 12, as the sheriff’s office and FBI searched for explosives.
    Bailey Richards, People.com, 14 Dec. 2024
Definition of clarify
Verb
  • Full House Dance 33 Years Later Complete with Outfit To illustrate her point, Barber noted that her own character offered a unique skill for the telethon: a unicycle routine.
    Virginia Chamlee, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
  • To further illustrate, consider climbers who take on Mount Everest.
    Joshua Strange, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of illustrate
Verb
  • The youth was demonstrated before the game when a player forgot his cleats and another forgot his jersey.
    Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 14 Dec. 2024
  • This case demonstrates that no one is above the law.
    Beck Andrew Salgado, Austin American-Statesman, 14 Dec. 2024
Definition of demonstrate
Verb
  • Su’s turnaround plan had three steps: build great products, focus on customer relationships, and simplify the business.
    Billy Perrigo, TIME, 10 Dec. 2024
  • This change, among others, was implemented to simplify and focus on improving the author’s experience and the ultimate product – a beautiful book.
    Serenity Gibbons, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of simplify
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“Clear (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clear%20%28up%29. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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