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as in obvious
not subject to misinterpretation or more than one interpretation
a clear-cut case of plagiarism that resulted in her immediate dismissal
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as in explicit
so clearly expressed as to leave no doubt about the meaning
clear-cut instructions that even an idiot should be able to follow
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Recent Examples of clear-cut
The San Antonio art space that restricted Ibarra is state funded, so that case was more clear-cut.
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Maddie Klett, ARTnews.com, 24 Oct. 2024
This time, the cause of the error was less clear-cut.
—Kaleigh Rogers, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2024
Even with full sleep studies, answers are not clear-cut.
—Brenda Goodman, CNN, 17 Oct. 2024
Experts say there may be a kernel of truth to it—but the advice isn’t so clear-cut.
—Maggie O'Neill, Health, 3 Oct. 2024
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Maddie Klett, ARTnews.com, 24 Oct. 2024
This time, the cause of the error was less clear-cut.
—Kaleigh Rogers, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2024
Even with full sleep studies, answers are not clear-cut.
—Brenda Goodman, CNN, 17 Oct. 2024
Experts say there may be a kernel of truth to it—but the advice isn’t so clear-cut.
—Maggie O'Neill, Health, 3 Oct. 2024
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That's a substantial change that may not be immediately obvious.Matthew Self, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
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Here’s How to Shop for the Right Strap-On By Malia Griggs Of these triggers, the most obvious is probably lactose, a sugar found in milk and other dairy products that doesn’t sit well with certain people, like those who are lactose-intolerant.Caroline Tien, SELF, 22 Nov. 2024
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Series creator Sam Levinson has been one of Hollywood’s favorite subjects of gossip since the HBO drama premiered in 2019; there are rumors of his feuds with actors and dysfunction as a director, while many take issue with his explicit depictions of teen characters’ bodies on-screen.Selome Hailu, Variety, 20 Nov. 2024
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Pope Francis has suggested the global community should study whether Israel’s military campaign in Gaza constitutes a genocide of the Palestinian people, in some of his most explicit criticism yet of Israel’s conduct in its year-long war.Reuters, NBC News, 18 Nov. 2024
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Sometimes the signs of emotional abuse are not immediately apparent, but the Hotline has a comprehensive section that provides more information, examples and options for determining next steps.R. Eric Thomas, The Denver Post, 16 Nov. 2024
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Finally, the animals in zoos are watched closely, so symptoms of illness become apparent quickly.Jen McCaffery, Discover Magazine, 14 Nov. 2024
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Read on for a timeline of the maybe relationship and the definite end of two marriages.Bethy Squires, Vulture, 13 Nov. 2024
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There is a definite move happening toward using SAR satellites, said Juliana Suess, an associate with the German Institute for International and Security Affairs think tank based in Berlin.David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
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Today’s in-store experience will often include elaborate displays, holiday scents wafting through the air, and the unmistakable sound of Christmas carols.Kate Hardcastle, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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The Colonial-style home, listed by Marjorie Galen of Sotheby’s International Realty, is painted an unmistakable bright yellow hue—as expected by its name—as an homage to the original Yellow Barn.Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 31 Oct. 2024
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This is easily the definitive version of Megazone 23 available and one that comes at a more reasonable price.Ollie Barder, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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Everyone, from Alphabet to Apple to Amazon, wants to be the definitive guide to the world of entertainment choices.Jonathan Bing, Deadline, 22 Nov. 2024
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As research continues, there will develop a clearer understanding of how cannabis interacts with the immune system during viral infections.Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
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To Filippone and his colleagues, the outcome was clear.Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 14 Nov. 2024
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The provision for credit losses rose to $1.7 million, up from $100 thousand in the same period the previous year, primarily due to increases in specific reserves and projected unemployment rates.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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This mount holds the physical controls and connectors specific to each earcup, including a power button and USB-C port on the left and a four-way mini-joystick on the right.PCMAG, PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024
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“Clear-cut.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clear-cut. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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