1
as in crystal
easily seen through
her eyes are the blue of a limpid stream of water
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as in serene
free from emotional or mental agitation
the limpid conscience of a man who is at peace with himself as he awaits death
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Recent Examples of limpid
On a limpid day in April, my hands found the places where Boccioni’s hands had been in 1913.
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Caitlyn Murphy, Hazlitt, 13 Nov. 2024
The clarinettist Matic Kuder, another recent addition to the ranks, enlivened both the symphony and the concerto with limpid, puckish solos.
—Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
In Myers’s limpid translation, The Brush feels like a fresh discovery thanks to its narrative range, which insists on exploring both an intimate relationship that’s wrenched apart and the much larger ecosystem in which the separation occurs.
—The Atlantic, 4 Dec. 2024
Olsen, meanwhile, finds subtle ways to suggest that Christina’s limpid, clear-eyed warmth and positivity are attempts to compensate for all sorts of insecurity.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 20 Sep. 2024
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Caitlyn Murphy, Hazlitt, 13 Nov. 2024
The clarinettist Matic Kuder, another recent addition to the ranks, enlivened both the symphony and the concerto with limpid, puckish solos.
—Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
In Myers’s limpid translation, The Brush feels like a fresh discovery thanks to its narrative range, which insists on exploring both an intimate relationship that’s wrenched apart and the much larger ecosystem in which the separation occurs.
—The Atlantic, 4 Dec. 2024
Olsen, meanwhile, finds subtle ways to suggest that Christina’s limpid, clear-eyed warmth and positivity are attempts to compensate for all sorts of insecurity.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 20 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for limpid
Adjective
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In sizzling snapshots, Graham is seen enjoying the crystal blue waters of the Mediterranean.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
5 July 2025
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Winners will receive a crystal pillar trophy instead of an Emmy.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
9 July 2025
Adjective
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Her name whispers of gentle waves, depth and a soothing light, a haven bright and serene, wild as the sea.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
24 July 2025
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But Mitchell is based in the altogether more serene surroundings of Ealing, west London, in the same studio that brings SailGP to our TV screens.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
24 July 2025
Adjective
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Lizzo has been transparent about her weight loss journey and was recently a cover girl for Women’s Health magazine.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
24 July 2025
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Retailers can build trust through transparent pricing, flexible options, easy value comparisons, store brand products, and straightforward promotions that resonate across income brackets and help families feel in control.—
Naveen Jaggi,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
Adjective
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Later, after Hankison was sentenced, The Courier Journal counted at least 10 police cruisers parked outside the courthouse, although the situation remained calm.—
Josh Wood,
The Courier-Journal,
23 July 2025
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As more people seek healing, the conversation has shifted toward calm approaches to managing intense feelings.—
Essence,
Essence,
23 July 2025
Adjective
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Now it's become clear that electric vehicles won’t take over as quickly as expected.—
Stuart Dyos,
The Tennessean,
23 July 2025
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But his bet is clear: That in a fractured media world, personality, tone, and trust matter more than legacy or even scale.—
Andy Meek,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
Adjective
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Krypto maintains the decidedly unruly nature of the dog upon which he is based, a funny foil to Superman’s (played by David Corenswet) kind and composed comportment.—
Dan Heching,
CNN Money,
12 July 2025
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Despite suffering from a severe injury at 13,800 feet, the climber remained responsive and composed.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
9 July 2025
Adjective
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Bone marrow aspiration: This procedure removes a small amount of liquid bone marrow for examination of the bone marrow cells.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
14 July 2025
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Many of the children experienced nausea or vomiting, but two fatal instances involved children under the age of 2 dying after consuming liquid nicotine, STAT News reported.—
Latoya Gayle,
People.com,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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The space can be used as a peaceful private office, a crafting studio, or a gardening space replete with a potting bench.—
Clint Davis,
People.com,
20 July 2025
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And the happier, peaceful times far outweigh the difficult ones.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
19 July 2025
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“Limpid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/limpid. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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