1
as in transparent
easily seen through
consumers pretty much expect see-through packaging for bacon
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2
as in sheer
very thin and easy to see through
a designer whose see-through clothes scandalized the fashion world back in the 1960s
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Recent Examples of see-through
The dining room’s chairs, tables and swan figurines were all made from see-through crystal Lucite.
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Violet Ikonomova, Freep.com, 8 July 2025
Of course, any see-through top can be fixed by purchasing a thin undershirt or wearing nude-colored underwear.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 7 July 2025
An additional standout look in the evening consisted of a see-through dress with detailed beading just at the top.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 6 July 2025
One of the images from the artwork reportedly includes a nude shot of Lorde, with the photo showing the crotch of an individual wearing see-through pants.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 3 July 2025
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Violet Ikonomova, Freep.com, 8 July 2025
Of course, any see-through top can be fixed by purchasing a thin undershirt or wearing nude-colored underwear.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 7 July 2025
An additional standout look in the evening consisted of a see-through dress with detailed beading just at the top.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 6 July 2025
One of the images from the artwork reportedly includes a nude shot of Lorde, with the photo showing the crotch of an individual wearing see-through pants.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 3 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for see-through
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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The sheer number of workers who are undocumented immigrants make the effect of widespread raids more pronounced.—
Marissa Meador,
IndyStar,
21 July 2025
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In a picture at a piano, Alexa wore a pink, sheer dress that opened at her stomach, signifying that the couple was expecting a girl.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
18 July 2025
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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More significantly, all four stations have translucent roofs that, aside from offering decent shade and shelter, feel to us like a bit of a neighborhood nod to the grand terminals of old.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
22 July 2025
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Add onions, garlic, and crushed red pepper; cook, stirring often, until onions are translucent and fragrant, about 3 minutes.—
Jasmine Smith,
Southern Living,
22 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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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
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“See-through.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/see-through. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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