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as in uncomplicated
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as in flourishing
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Recent Examples of clean-cut
This new look was a far cry from the polished image fans are used to seeing on shows like Wheel of Fortune, where Seacrest, 50, sticks to his dapper, clean-cut persona.
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Jane Lacroix, Newsweek, 20 Jan. 2025
To complete the look, Dior US Sauvage Grooming Ambassador Vince Garcia crafted clean-cut, natural grooming for McLaughlin.
—Annie Walton Doyle, Essence, 1 Jan. 2025
Jason Bateman recently returned to his clean-cut hairstyle.
—Charna Flam, People.com, 1 Oct. 2024
Rounding out the collection is the Lola, a clean-cut heel available in grey denim and blue denim with a pointed-toe design.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 27 Sep. 2024
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Jane Lacroix, Newsweek, 20 Jan. 2025
To complete the look, Dior US Sauvage Grooming Ambassador Vince Garcia crafted clean-cut, natural grooming for McLaughlin.
—Annie Walton Doyle, Essence, 1 Jan. 2025
Jason Bateman recently returned to his clean-cut hairstyle.
—Charna Flam, People.com, 1 Oct. 2024
Rounding out the collection is the Lola, a clean-cut heel available in grey denim and blue denim with a pointed-toe design.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 27 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clean-cut
Adjective
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The Pull-On Pant Nothing screams summertime ease quite like an uncomplicated trouser.—
Cortne Bonilla,
Vogue,
25 Mar. 2025
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An uncomplicated urinary tract infection (UTI) can sometimes go away on its own without treatment.—
Cordelia Nwankwo,
Verywell Health,
24 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The paintings will offer visitors a glimpse into the society and artistic traditions of the time including scenes of everyday life, landscapes and portraits, reflecting the values and prosperity of the Dutch Republic during a flourishing period of economic expansion and global trade.—
San Diego Union-Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 Mar. 2025
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The Central American coastal nation of Belize boasts a flourishing and increasingly diverse economy, with the country’s central bank forecasting a gross domestic product growth rate of 7.1 percent for 2024, based on the first nine months of the year’s excellent performance.—
Panorama Media Ltd.,
Miami Herald,
7 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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But with all of the other roster needs, taking care of the insurance plan at the most important position was a tidy bit of business by the front office.—
Saad Yousuf,
New York Times,
4 Apr. 2025
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And just to put a tidy bow on her freshman awards season, Bueckers became the first freshman to win the Associated Press Women’s Basketball Player of the Year Award—an honor which, as a video of the announcement shows, brought her to tears.—
Lizzy Briskin,
SELF,
3 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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These look sporty and have high side bolsters, which keep you firmly in place during vigorous driving.—
James Morris,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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Seedlings seem susceptible to diseases and not vigorous enough to form the new turf.—
Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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For the first time since 2019, the Knights enter a season without a clear-cut starting quarterback.—
Matt Murschel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 Apr. 2025
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Her idea was clear-cut: make the dogs happy, and the owners will follow.—
Ethan Stone,
USA Today,
3 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Its thriving cultural scene, buzzing nightlife, and beautiful beaches draw millions of tourists every year.—
Lisa A. Beach,
Southern Living,
30 Mar. 2025
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The Wynwood Walls—an outdoor museum showcasing vibrant street art—is free to visit and offers an immersive look into Miami’s thriving creative scene.—
Dianne Plummer,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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That simplicity feels so apt for this show, There's enough here: The production is simple and sweet, while Jonas and Warren exude a certain magnetism.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Mistyping social security numbers is one of the simplest, yet most significant mistakes people make on their returns, according to TurboTax CPA and tax expert Lisa Greene-Lewis.—
Rachel Barber,
USA Today,
6 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The 2025 season has brought a lively atmosphere, with a strong law enforcement presence to ensure safety.—
Angie DiMichele,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Apr. 2025
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The same subject stirred up a lively debate in the Vogue Slack channel.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
1 Apr. 2025
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“Clean-cut.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clean-cut. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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