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clearly

/ˈklɪɚli/

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What does clearly mean?

adverb

  1. In a clear manner.
  2. Without a doubt; obviously.
  3. To a degree clearly discernible.

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IPA pronunciation

/ˈklɪɚli/

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Barbicane, pained at having to refuse him, gave him clearly to understand that the projectile could not possibly contain so many passengers.
Jules VerneFrom the Earth to the moon; and, round the moonProject Gutenberg ebook #83
As to the strength of his case, he had not a doubt about it, but clearly saw his way to the verdict.
Charles DickensA Tale of Two CitiesProject Gutenberg ebook #98
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Celia would not permit it, and showed this so clearly from the start that there was scarcely need for her saying it.
Harold FredericThe Damnation of Theron WareProject Gutenberg ebook #133
He was over ninety years of age, his walk was erect, he talked loudly, saw clearly, drank neat, ate, slept, and snored.
Victor HugoLes MisérablesTranslated by Isabel Florence HapgoodProject Gutenberg ebook #135
Sandy was quite clearly angry, as well he might be, after the things he'd heard, but he was entirely cold and collected.
Jean WebsterDear EnemyProject Gutenberg ebook #238