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clear as a bell

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obvious adj.
open and shut/open-and-shut adj.

ADJECTIVE

obvious

Synonyms

STRONGEST

accessible clear conspicuous discernible distinct evident glaring indisputable noticeable overt palpable pronounced recognizable self-evident straightforward undeniable unmistakable visible

WEAK

barefaced bright conclusive distinguishable explicit exposed in evidence lucid manifest observable open patent perceivable perceptible plain precise prominent public self-explanatory standing out transparent unconcealed undisguised unsubtle

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ambiguous concealed dark disputable doubtful dubious dull fuzzy hidden inconspicuous indefinite indistinct invisible mistakable obscure obscured questionable secret uncertain unclear unknown unnoticeable unsure vague

ADJECTIVE

open and shut/open-and-shut

Synonyms

WEAK

apparent assured cinched clear clear-cut conclusive cut and dried distinguishable easy evident explicit glaring guaranteed iced in the bag indisputable nailed down obvious ordinary plain routine self-evident self-explanatory sewn-up simple straightforward undeniable undisguised unmistakable

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clear as a bell

The purpose, as clear as a bell, was to destroy him, his leadership and the movement.

From Salon ● Aug. 18, 2025

“He really is poised, and he really is confident, and he’s clear as a bell to talk to,” Seahawks coach Pete Carroll said.

From Seattle Times ● Nov. 12, 2023

There was Phillips name, clear as a bell.

From Washington Post ● May 1, 2023

“We go into it and hopefully we’re clear as a bell, and we can just go out and there and try and execute.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 31, 2021

Behind him, he could hear Megan Moriarty laughing at him, clear as a bell.

From "The Lemonade War" by Jacqueline Davies

clear as a bell

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