1
: in a clear manner
speaking clearly
2
: it is clear
clearly, a new approach is needed
Examples of clearly in a Sentence
You should try to speak more clearly.
The mountain was clearly visible in the distance.
The problem is very clearly getting worse.
“A new approach is needed.” “Clearly.”
“The current method isn't working.” “Clearly not.”
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Additionally the atmosphere's airglow can be clearly seen in the orange line just above the atmosphere.
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Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 3 June 2025
Real Madrid icon has plenty of options Thought of by many as Real Madrid’s greatest ever midfielder, Modric clearly has plenty of options to continue a storied career.
—Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
State your values clearly, such as kindness or curiosity.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 3 June 2025
Drawing the line between criticism and hate Jonathan, a Jewish young professional in Washington, D.C., said political leaders must more clearly condemn rhetoric that veers into incitement.
—Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 3 June 2025
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Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 3 June 2025
Real Madrid icon has plenty of options Thought of by many as Real Madrid’s greatest ever midfielder, Modric clearly has plenty of options to continue a storied career.
—Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
State your values clearly, such as kindness or curiosity.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 3 June 2025
Drawing the line between criticism and hate Jonathan, a Jewish young professional in Washington, D.C., said political leaders must more clearly condemn rhetoric that veers into incitement.
—Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 3 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for clearly
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“Clearly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/clearly. Accessed 7 Jun. 2025.
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clearly
adverb
clear·ly
ˈkli(ə)r-lē 
1
: in a clear manner
was clearly visible
2
: without doubt or question
clearly something had to be done
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