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clear

"Clear" is a wonderfully common English word with many uses. It can be an adjective, a verb, and even an adverb. Here are the most important and frequently used senses — the ones you will encounter almost every day.

1adjectiveeasy to understand

When something is clear, it is easy to understand — there is no confusion. Think of a teacher who explains something so well that you have no questions left. That explanation was clear.

everyday language · Modern, widely used

The instructions were clear, so I built the furniture without any problems.

She gave a clear explanation of how the system works.

Is it clear what you need to do, or do you have questions?

2adjectivetransparent or easy to see through

When something is clear, you can see through it easily — like glass or clean water. There is nothing blocking your view.

everyday language · Modern, widely used

The water in the lake was so clear that you could see the bottom.

She wore clear glasses with no tint.

On a clear day, you can see the mountains from here.

3adjectivefree from obstacles or problems

When a path, road, or situation is clear, nothing is blocking it. Imagine a road with no traffic — it is clear. You can also use this to mean that something is free from doubt or danger.

everyday language · Modern, widely used

The road was clear after the snow was removed.

The doctor said his test results were clear — nothing to worry about.

Make sure the exit is clear before you start the fire drill.

4verbto remove things from a place

When you clear something, you remove objects from a surface or space to make it empty or tidy. Think of clearing the dinner table — you take away the plates and glasses.

everyday language · Modern, widely used

Can you clear the table after dinner, please?

The workers cleared the road after the accident.

She cleared her desk before starting the new project.

5verbto get official approval

When something is cleared, it means it has been officially checked and approved. For example, a package at customs is cleared when the authorities say it is allowed to enter the country.

business / official contexts · Modern, widely used

The medicine was cleared by the health authority for public use.

His travel documents were cleared at the border.

The plan was cleared by the manager before the team started working.

6adverbcompletely or all the way

Used to emphasize that something happened fully or all the way. It adds strength to what you are saying — similar to saying 'completely' or 'all the way'.

everyday language · Modern, widely used

The ball flew clear over the fence.

He jumped clear of the falling tree.

She could hear his voice loud and clear from across the room.

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