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as in transparent
very thin and easy to see through
we had to get window shades because passersby could see right through our sheer curtains
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as in utter
having no exceptions or restrictions
survivors of the earthquake told of experiencing sheer terror
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as in steep
having an incline approaching the perpendicular
the sheer slopes of the ravine
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as in to veer
to depart abruptly from a straight line or course
the car sheered to avoid hitting the dog
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Recent Examples of sheer
Raphael Orlove, Robb Report, 27 Feb. 2025
Catch up quick: In the mid-19th century, Crum — a chef at Moon's Lake House in Saratoga Springs, New York — changed food history out of sheer frustration.
—Delano Massey, Axios, 27 Feb. 2025
Victoria Montalti, refinery29.com, 16 July 2024
For example, using the wrong screw bit when twisting the screw can sheer off some of the grooves.
—Terry Baddoo, USA TODAY, 30 Apr. 2024
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Adjective
The cars were also judged on the basis of innovation, sheer sumptuousness, and importance, with nine experts voting on the results.
—Raphael Orlove, Robb Report, 27 Feb. 2025
Catch up quick: In the mid-19th century, Crum — a chef at Moon's Lake House in Saratoga Springs, New York — changed food history out of sheer frustration.
—Delano Massey, Axios, 27 Feb. 2025
Verb
Pick from warm-weather staples like tank tops to sheer short-sleeve tops.
—Victoria Montalti, refinery29.com, 16 July 2024
For example, using the wrong screw bit when twisting the screw can sheer off some of the grooves.
—Terry Baddoo, USA TODAY, 30 Apr. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sheer
Adjective
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If America’s leaders wish to bolster their national standing and long-term strategic resilience, the Trump crypto reserve would do well to focus on sound money transported on a peer-to-peer network that is censorship-resistant, radically transparent, and more liquid than any other digital asset.—
Dave Birnbaum,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
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This bill includes vital provisions such as requiring central committees to adhere to the Maryland Open Meetings Act, thereby ensuring that their deliberations and voting are transparent.—
Liza Smith,
Baltimore Sun,
1 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Since 2014, Ukraine has been subjected to a level of violence and criminality that reflects Russia’s utter contempt for the laws of armed conflict.—
The Editors,
National Review,
20 Feb. 2025
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United went on to end the 2021-22 campaign in utter turmoil, with players in revolt and Ralf Rangnick as interim manager, but still placed sixth.—
Laurie Whitwell,
The Athletic,
16 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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At first glance, the price tags for premium domains can seem steep, with some reaching seven figures.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2025
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The trails to both falls have steep and rocky terrain that can be loose and slippery when wet.—
Krissy Waite,
The Mercury News,
19 Feb. 2025
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But staying focused on your long-term goals and strategy always outperforms quick, short-term wins that might deviate from your vision.—
Christoffer Bouet,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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Even before her tweets resurfaced, the Emilia Pérez star had begun deviating from the film’s standard promotional press campaign by chiding Torres’s social-media strategy.—
Shirley Li,
The Atlantic,
22 Feb. 2025
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Since then, Moore has veered increasingly creative with his sound and projects, refining the grizzled, heartland rock sound that has become part of his signature creative palette.—
Jessica Nicholson,
Billboard,
27 Feb. 2025
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The vehicle hit a concrete wall on the right side of the road, then veered across the freeway and struck another concrete wall on the opposite side of the road, according to troopers.—
Kate Linderman,
Kansas City Star,
24 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Within this structure, delicate leaves of 22-karat 5N red gold are embedded and shine through the translucent quartz.—
Cait Bazemore,
Robb Report,
28 Feb. 2025
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The second Kylie Cosmetics fragrance comes in a sleek chrome sculptural bottle, a departure from the original bottle’s translucent design.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
26 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The finish is long, pure, and unadulterated, with lingering ripe red fruit notes.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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Further research on the toxicity of A. muricata and clinical trials testing the pure compounds are needed to fully elucidate its pharmacological activities and ensure the safety of A. muricata as a potential drug for various diseases.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
1 Mar. 2025
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This mountainous region, part of the Sierra Madre Oriental, rises sharply from the valley floor, creating a landscape of deep ravines, dense forests, and extreme ecological diversity.—
Lauren Mowery,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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Much of the winter snow in 2023 and 2024 came from atmospheric rivers that brought heavy precipitation to mountainous regions.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Sheer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sheer. Accessed 5 Mar. 2025.
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