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
  • Beau explained that his dad’s successful hunt was even more inspiring because Casey had recently been in a near-fatal car accident that left him with a fractured wrist and a torn rotator cuff.
    Dac Collins, Outdoor Life, 2 Jan. 2025
  • And yet, people tend to explain their habitual behavior by appealing to their goals and desires.
    Shayla Love, The Atlantic, 2 Jan. 2025
Definition of explain
Verb
  • Eventually, a teamsheet was confirmed and Ten Hag clarified that Mazraoui was going to play as the No 10.
    Carl Anka, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
  • And to clarify, internet games are online platforms or apps that allow people to wager money.
    Tax Notes Staff, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
Definition of clarify
Verb
  • The potential financial losses revealed in this lawsuit are substantial, illustrated by the tenuous position of key players like Bubba Wallace and Tyler Reddick, along with the sponsorship of Monster Energy.
    Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
  • The timing and rapid pace of these announcements—particularly in light of Google's competing releases—illustrates the intensifying competition in AI development.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of illustrate
Verb
  • Employees looking to make a change are increasingly seeking out companies with cultures that align with their priorities, demonstrating that meaningful work is a critical factor in career decisions today. 6.
    Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
  • Transforming Sales Strategies with Predictive Analytics Sales is another domain where AI has demonstrated transformative potential.
    Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 1 Jan. 2025
Definition of demonstrate
Verb
  • Use Password Managers Creating strong, unique passwords for every online account can feel overwhelming, but a password manager simplifies the task.
    Alex Vakulov, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
  • Lavender initially taught Brody the trick to simplify outdoor routines and filmed a video of his clever antics to share with his breeder.
    Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 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 10 Jan. 2025.

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