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as in crystal
easily seen through
her eyes are the blue of a limpid stream of water
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as in serene
free from emotional or mental agitation
the limpid conscience of a man who is at peace with himself as he awaits death
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as in transparency
the state or quality of being easily seen through
the limpidness of the water allows visitors to actually see fish swimming along the bottom
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Recent Examples of limpid
Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
In Myers’s limpid translation, The Brush feels like a fresh discovery thanks to its narrative range, which insists on exploring both an intimate relationship that’s wrenched apart and the much larger ecosystem in which the separation occurs.
—The Atlantic, 4 Dec. 2024
Olsen, meanwhile, finds subtle ways to suggest that Christina’s limpid, clear-eyed warmth and positivity are attempts to compensate for all sorts of insecurity.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 20 Sep. 2024
The movie’s opulent sets and Giuseppe Rotunno’s limpid cinematography transmit a palpable yearning for the gilded palaces and gala balls of a bygone era.
—Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 7 June 2024
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Adjective
The clarinettist Matic Kuder, another recent addition to the ranks, enlivened both the symphony and the concerto with limpid, puckish solos.
—Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
In Myers’s limpid translation, The Brush feels like a fresh discovery thanks to its narrative range, which insists on exploring both an intimate relationship that’s wrenched apart and the much larger ecosystem in which the separation occurs.
—The Atlantic, 4 Dec. 2024
Olsen, meanwhile, finds subtle ways to suggest that Christina’s limpid, clear-eyed warmth and positivity are attempts to compensate for all sorts of insecurity.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 20 Sep. 2024
The movie’s opulent sets and Giuseppe Rotunno’s limpid cinematography transmit a palpable yearning for the gilded palaces and gala balls of a bygone era.
—Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 7 June 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for limpid
Adjective
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Dive your way around the island Courtesy of the Curaçao Tourist Board With more than 70 dive sites, crystal blue water, vibrant coral, and unique biodiversity, Curaçao is a haven for scuba divers.—
Curaçao Tourist Board,
AFAR Media,
26 Feb. 2025
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The skirt alone contains 190,000 crystal sequin and rhinestone embellishments, giving the entire piece a sweeping dress as Grande moves.—
Aamina Inayat Khan,
StyleCaster,
2 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Hotel is a luxury resort located along the serene mangroves, offering a peaceful escape while still being close to the action of the downtown.—
Susmita Baral,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Apr. 2025
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Since then, the Rockefellers have been stewards of this serene stretch of land, donating vast swaths to public use—including the park preserve and the Stone Barns Center for Food and Agriculture.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
16 Apr. 2025
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More transparency and a reduction in red tape surrounding launch and reentry licensing and activity.—
Leonard David,
Space.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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Nearly 60 years after the tragic assassination of Senator Robert F. Kennedy, the American people will, for the first time, have the opportunity to review the federal government’s investigation thanks to @POTUS leadership and commitment to maximum transparency.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Plus, Rogen has been transparent about whom this character is based on.—
Benjamin Svetkey,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Apr. 2025
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Instead, have a transparent conversation about integrating with core solutions, flexibility and customization, and your roadmap for practical, pragmatic adoption of AI.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Clouds will hang around most of the evening, and the low will be around 57 along with calm overnight winds.—
Todd Karpovich,
Baltimore Sun,
18 Apr. 2025
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There's no magical future where everything is calm and predictable.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
Noun
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This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
14 Apr. 2025
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Letters may be edited for length and clarity, and may be published in any medium.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In 2024, Berkshire sold $134 billion in equities and was sitting on a record $334 billion pile of cash, Treasury bills, and other liquid assets at the end of the year.—
Shannon Carroll,
Quartz,
9 Apr. 2025
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Cooling relies on the fundamental chemistry of phase changes, where matter shifts between different states—solid, liquid, or gas.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The sets had their ups and downs: some of the improvisations were gorgeous, but the more composed elements felt messy.—
Amanda Petrusich,
New Yorker,
14 Apr. 2025
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Stability, the ability to remain composed, consistent and dependable, especially during times of change and stress, is the bedrock of trust and the quiet strength that allows others to feel secure and focused.—
Michael McFall,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Limpid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/limpid. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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