clear
adjective
free from darkness, obscurity, or cloudiness; light.
Example Sentences
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As this initial line of downpours clears northwards the skies will brighten and sunny spells will develop, but further scattered showers that could again be very heavy and thundery are possible.
From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026
Dae’Quan Wright, a tight end the Browns waived Sunday morning, plans to play for LSU if he clears waivers, his agents told ESPN.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 24, 2026
These days the bond market clears at a higher yield.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 7, 2026
The agency finally clears a melanoma drug and an mRNA influenza vaccine.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 6, 2026
Dean Wilkins clears his throat, stammers for a second, and then says that yes, by all means, I am welcome to return and sit my exams.
From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen
