1
: in a clear manner
speaking clearly
2
: it is clear
clearly, a new approach is needed
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Examples of clearly in a Sentence
You should try to speak more clearly.
The mountain was clearly visible in the distance.
The problem is very clearly getting worse.
“A new approach is needed.” “Clearly.”
“The current method isn't working.” “Clearly not.”
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During an interview at the Geffen this month, Guimarães and Marshall shook their heads, smiling and clearly still a bit unbelieving about the box-office magic that had unfolded among them, the theater and the audience four long years ago.
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Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 2024
Moving up, the tableware is another standout for me, as the distinct colors help clearly identify whose plate is whose.
—Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 28 Apr. 2024
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Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 29 Apr. 2024
Moving up, the tableware is another standout for me, as the distinct colors help clearly identify whose plate is whose.
—Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 28 Apr. 2024
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“Clearly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/clearly. Accessed 3 May. 2024.
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clearly
adverb
clear·ly
ˈkli(ə)r-lē 
1
: in a clear manner
was clearly visible
2
: without doubt or question
clearly something had to be done
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