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as in crystal
easily seen through
bottles of blue transparent glass
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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
Light in the Attic is releasing the album digitally and on transparent blue vinyl for this year’s edition of Record Store Day, which takes place on Saturday, April 12.
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Madison Bloom, Pitchfork, 28 Feb. 2025
Try to purchase from reputable sources with transparent farming practices, such as at farmers' markets.1 Select onions that are firm, unbruised, and dry-skinned.
—Melissa Porrey Lpc, Verywell Health, 28 Feb. 2025
In addition to hiring new staff and establishing a new process for designing and constructing projects, the department would be transparent, Carter said.
—Ariane Lange, Sacramento Bee, 26 Feb. 2025
Tribe Design Group’s process is highly transparent and collaborative, and clients are involved every step of the way, from brainstorming to site visits.
—Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 25 Feb. 2025
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Madison Bloom, Pitchfork, 28 Feb. 2025
Try to purchase from reputable sources with transparent farming practices, such as at farmers' markets.1 Select onions that are firm, unbruised, and dry-skinned.
—Melissa Porrey Lpc, Verywell Health, 28 Feb. 2025
In addition to hiring new staff and establishing a new process for designing and constructing projects, the department would be transparent, Carter said.
—Ariane Lange, Sacramento Bee, 26 Feb. 2025
Tribe Design Group’s process is highly transparent and collaborative, and clients are involved every step of the way, from brainstorming to site visits.
—Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 25 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for transparent
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The skirt alone contains 190,000 crystal sequin and rhinestone embellishments, giving the entire piece a sweeping dress as Grande moves.—
Aamina Inayat Khan,
StyleCaster,
2 Mar. 2025
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Bold patterns lend a nostalgic edge and rich textures add depth and opulence, accented by crystal roses and delicate pearls.—
Joanne Shurvell,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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Too many people view the risks of illness from the vaccine as outweighing the risk of getting measles itself, and what’s abundantly clear now is that the risk of getting measles is increasing.—
Megha Satyanarayana,
Scientific American,
28 Feb. 2025
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Only when implemented with clear objectives and measurable outcomes can AI enhance customer experience, streamline workflows and drive efficiency.—
Abhi Maheshwari,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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As for throwback hits, Barbra Streisand’s sheer jumpsuit by Arnold Scaasi, worn in 1969, is proof that having fun on the carpet always wins, as does Salma Hayek’s Armani look in 1997, complete with a tiara.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
27 Feb. 2025
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Yet the sheer number of the reversals reflect an administration moving much faster than usual.—
Brian Bennett,
TIME,
27 Feb. 2025
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The 12 Best Face Sunscreens Powder Blush In recent years, alternatives to powder blush, like cream blushes and liquid blushes, have become more popular.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
5 Mar. 2025
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Is there a type of laundry detergent that's best for sensitive skin? For sensitive skin, liquid laundry detergents are typically your best bet in terms of gentle formulas.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
4 Mar. 2025
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This year organizers are acknowledging openly what’s been obvious for a while.—
Rob Salkowitz,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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Then there are the injuries and other conditions that emergency physicians treat regularly that are often preventable — but may not be obvious to the rest of us.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN,
5 Mar. 2025
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Within this structure, delicate leaves of 22-karat 5N red gold are embedded and shine through the translucent quartz.—
Cait Bazemore,
Robb Report,
28 Feb. 2025
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The second Kylie Cosmetics fragrance comes in a sleek chrome sculptural bottle, a departure from the original bottle’s translucent design.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
26 Feb. 2025
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The hardware seemed mature and ready to use today -- the process to snap on and take off is straightforward, and once connected the camera UI switches to the optical lens.—
Ben Sin,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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The mission, though, is much more straightforward: Explore the origins of the universe.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA TODAY,
1 Mar. 2025
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Elvia Anaya, administrative specialist at Omni Laundry, told Rivet that the upsides of producing in L.A. are readily apparent.—
Kate Nishimura,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Mar. 2025
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On a separate note, a major situation around fertility or a child could be apparent.—
Kyle Thomas,
People.com,
9 Mar. 2025
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“Transparent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/transparent. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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