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Clearly visible or understandable; also seeming true although the reality may differ.
Clearly evident
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To express an idea clearly and effectively in words.
Express clearly in words
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The ability to express ideas clearly and effectively.
Clearly stated, precisely determined, or free from uncertainty.
Clearly determined
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Capable of being shown clearly through evidence, reasoning, or an example.
Clearly separate or different; also readily noticed or understood.
Separate or different
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The skill or manner of speaking clearly and expressively.
At a very early stage of development.
Clear from what can be observed or understood.
Clearly perceptible
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To show or reveal a quality or feeling clearly.
Show a quality
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Stated clearly and directly, leaving little need for interpretation.
Clearly stated
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To prevent or delay something through earlier action.
Unable to express ideas or feelings clearly in speech.
Beginning to emerge or develop.
Clearly expressed and readily understood.
Clear and readily apparent.
Clearly apparent
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Nearsighted; figuratively, failing to consider broader or longer-term consequences.
Lacking foresight
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Vague, indistinct, or not clearly developed.
Clearly evident or unmistakable.
Clearly evident
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Something that comes before another thing and signals or contributes to its development.
Basic or undeveloped in form or method; also belonging to an early stage of development.
Basic or at an early stage of development.
Expressed clearly in few words.
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