1
as in crystal
easily seen through
bottles of blue transparent glass
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2
as in clear
not subject to misinterpretation or more than one interpretation
his meaning in leaving the conversation is transparent: he doesn't want to talk about his combat experiences
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as in sheer
very thin and easy to see through
flowy summer dresses made partly of chiffon or other transparent fabrics
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Recent Examples of transparent
Over the years, Teddi Mellencamp has been transparent about her battle with skin cancer after having more than 17 different spots of melanoma removed.
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Vanessa Etienne, People.com, 13 Feb. 2025
Our bill tackles other drivers of insurance costs and provides a transparent framework for honest rate-setting and prompter payments.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Feb. 2025
Wright advocated for thorough documentation, such as a vetted EAW, to provide a transparent basis for decision-making and streamline approval processes for agricultural projects.
—Janean Sorrell, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
The establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Panama was transparent, free of backroom deals or financial incentives.
—Anders Fogh Rasmussen, Newsweek, 5 Feb. 2025
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Vanessa Etienne, People.com, 13 Feb. 2025
Our bill tackles other drivers of insurance costs and provides a transparent framework for honest rate-setting and prompter payments.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Feb. 2025
Wright advocated for thorough documentation, such as a vetted EAW, to provide a transparent basis for decision-making and streamline approval processes for agricultural projects.
—Janean Sorrell, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
The establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Panama was transparent, free of backroom deals or financial incentives.
—Anders Fogh Rasmussen, Newsweek, 5 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for transparent
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The crystal shifter and twist knob ignition are also nice touches.—
Jonathan Granoff,
Newsweek,
29 Jan. 2025
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The options on the test SUV are: the crystal metallic paint for $595, the trailer hitch and wiring harness for $615, the wheel locks for $75, the premium carpet set for $350, and the destination set for $625.—
Tony Leopardo,
The Mercury News,
19 Jan. 2025
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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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Add in cuts to veterans’ benefits, Social Security disability, food assistance (SNAP) and other programs, and the result is clear: Billions in wealth transferred from the middle class and poor to the rich.—
Darren Soto,
Orlando Sentinel,
16 Feb. 2025
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Maybe her semi-see-through outfit spoke to that even more loudly than the song, as a salute to sheer endurance.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
15 Feb. 2025
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Use the Right Window Fixtures Instead of heavy drapes and black-out blinds, stick to sheer window treatments.—
Katelyn Squiers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Feb. 2025
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Independent diners are experimenting with liquid egg substitutes and adjusting portion sizes.—
Stephanie Gravalese,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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Billions of years ago, however, liquid water flowed freely across the planet.—
Stefanie Waldek,
Space.com,
20 Feb. 2025
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But Heffernan's greatest sustainability goal is obvious: keeping this landmark preserved for future generations.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes,
22 Feb. 2025
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Trent Frederic is going to be a very popular guy if the Bruins decide to sell, but old friend Nico Sturm would be an obvious target if the answer above is yes. 23.—
Corey Masisak,
The Denver Post,
22 Feb. 2025
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Chastain makes the mask that hides Jennifer’s pain translucent at just the right punctuating moments, impressive for a character who lives behind a 24-7 front that never exudes agency.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
15 Feb. 2025
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When hot, swirl in the oil, add the yellow onion and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until onion is softened and translucent.—
Cathy Thomas,
Orange County Register,
10 Feb. 2025
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Yes, the story is straightforward, but the answers are not.—
David John Chávez,
The Mercury News,
19 Feb. 2025
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The rationale is straightforward: since the administration has eliminated the CEQ regulations, and agency regulations were based on them, agencies should now align their procedures with the new CEQ framework.—
James Broughel,
Forbes,
18 Feb. 2025
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That danger was apparent when formaldehyde in plywood used to build temporary trailer homes for victims of Hurricane Katrina sickened dozens of people.—
Hiroko Tabuchi,
New York Times,
26 Feb. 2025
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It’s been apparent in the last several years that the number of corporate CMOs is going down.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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“Transparent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/transparent. Accessed 1 Mar. 2025.
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