1
as in obvious
not subject to misinterpretation or more than one interpretation
a clear-cut case of plagiarism that resulted in her immediate dismissal
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2
as in explicit
so clearly expressed as to leave no doubt about the meaning
clear-cut instructions that even an idiot should be able to follow
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Recent Examples of clear-cut
For all of the shock and awe, the answer seems about as clear-cut as Karen’s DUI conviction.
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Shamira Ibrahim, Vulture, 20 Jan. 2025
So, that's pretty clear-cut coming from a top Republican in the Senate.
—ABC News, 19 Jan. 2025
The pathway to becoming a firefighter after prison isn’t clear-cut.
—Summer Lin, Los Angeles Times, 18 Jan. 2025
The current situation is not quite so clear-cut as the 1981 Iranian move, which was a clear boost for Reagan and a final humiliation for Carter.
—Niall Stanage, The Hill, 15 Jan. 2025
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Shamira Ibrahim, Vulture, 20 Jan. 2025
So, that's pretty clear-cut coming from a top Republican in the Senate.
—ABC News, 19 Jan. 2025
The pathway to becoming a firefighter after prison isn’t clear-cut.
—Summer Lin, Los Angeles Times, 18 Jan. 2025
The current situation is not quite so clear-cut as the 1981 Iranian move, which was a clear boost for Reagan and a final humiliation for Carter.
—Niall Stanage, The Hill, 15 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for clear-cut
Recent Examples of Synonyms for clear-cut
Adjective
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If Hollywood waves are the definition of classic hair, then the makeup equivalent is certainly obvious.—
India Espy-Jones,
Essence,
9 Feb. 2025
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With New York Fashion Week underway, the most obvious place to scout for fresh haircut inspiration would be backstage.—
Jacqueline Kilikita,
refinery29.com,
7 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The panel tries in vain to figure out why conservative critics who objected to Lamar largely overlooked Batiste’s more explicit statement. Conservatives who seemed outraged by the very existence of Lamar’s performance crystallized America’s cultural divide.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
11 Feb. 2025
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Romano has made no explicit political endorsements or affiliations.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The Sixers lose to all sorts of teams, with no apparent traits that should target Philadelphia’s weakness.—
Jared Weiss,
The Athletic,
13 Feb. 2025
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The film’s general rigidity and lack of thrills become more apparent when Levi accidentally falls into the gorge.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
The Hollywood Reporter,
13 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Low-temperature whites were yellowish and warm, while high-temp whites had a definite blueish hue and were much more brilliant.—
PCMAG,
PCMAG,
15 Feb. 2025
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There has been a definite shift in mentality; Newcastle are no longer intimidated by these quality teams — or their own history.—
Chris Waugh,
The Athletic,
14 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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In talking to more than 20 people about Johnson’s background and rise through the business, two things were unmistakable.—
Brad Biggs,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Feb. 2025
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Sivan’s love of tradition and craftsmanship was unmistakable and his collection will be a welcome addition to retail this fall.—
Layla Ilchi,
WWD,
7 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The dual themes gave audiences plenty to unpack and the references mentioned here are not by any means a definitive or exhaustive list of all that was included.—
Kevin Dolak,
The Hollywood Reporter,
10 Feb. 2025
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This 1989 build is No. 26 of the 29 made, and one of nine finished in the model’s definitive Blutengelb (Blossom Yellow) paint.—
Howard Walker,
Robb Report,
10 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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What is clear is that the offseason is now over, spring training is underway and the Yankees have done nothing to replace Torres.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
17 Feb. 2025
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Reality check: The mayor is a nonpartisan position, but the political leanings of candidates are often clear.—
Megan Stringer,
Axios,
16 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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After Moulson visited Haymes at Dartmouth, Moulson would send Haymes video clips of his game, highlighting specific areas to improve.—
Joshua Kloke,
The Athletic,
14 Feb. 2025
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Get ‘much more specific’ Both in bullets about team work and those about the individual’s work, Nawaz likes get a sense of what the candidate actually did.—
Gili Malinsky,
CNBC,
14 Feb. 2025
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“Clear-cut.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clear-cut. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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