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clarion

[klar-ee-uhn] / ˈklær i ən /
ADJECTIVE
clear, stirring sound
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONG


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There’s nothing wrong with taking inspiration from the clarion calls of other countries.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 25, 2026

A clarion call for diplomacy and cooperation, it reminded me that it is not only in humanity’s interest to avoid ultimate conflict but our moral duty to bridge the fault lines between our civilizations.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 12, 2025

It’s this clarion voice that we’re hearing from her more and more.

From Slate ● May 23, 2025

Lord Watson, former deputy leader of the Labour Party and clearly a fan of Sir Elton, reeled off a string of song lyrics urging ministers to heed "the clarion cry of this country's creators".

From BBC ● May 19, 2025

The Dawn soon took her throne of gold, and Lord Menelaos, clarion in battle, rose from where he lay beside the beauty of Helen with her shining hair.

From "The Odyssey" by Homer




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