sheer
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"Sheer pressure and, I'd imagine, vote counting forced a number of politicians to make a move and of course it's very welcome," he said.
From BBC • Jul. 17, 2025
“I’m concerned about World War III,” says Ken Sheer, 60, a real estate developer based in Santa Monica.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 31, 2024
Sheer numbers can be overcome with superior technology, analysts said.
From Reuters • Mar. 10, 2023
Sheer black blouses sported big white polka dots.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 5, 2023
Sheer puffy curtains are tacked to the walls.
From "The Skin I'm In" by Sharon G. Flake
Vocabulary lists containing sheer
The SAT: Multiple-Meaning Words, List 7
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List 8
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