as in clarity
the state or quality of being easily seen through
because of the transparency of the Caribbean waters, we could see sharks and tropical fish swimming 20 or 30 feet below the surface
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Recent Examples of transparency
California, Colorado, Illinois, New Jersey and other states are exploring similar legislation, while New York has already taken steps toward pricing transparency.
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Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 27 Apr. 2026
The North Dakota Democratic–Nonpartisan League Party, an affiliate of the national Democratic Party, confirmed Conmy’s death in a social media post, calling her a champion for public education, the environment, and transparency.
—Joe Kottke, NBC news, 26 Apr. 2026
Congress can mandate independent redistricting commissions for federal districts, require transparency in the map-drawing process and establish clear, neutral criteria such as compactness, continuity and respect for communities of interest.
—Baltimore Sun, Twin Cities, 26 Apr. 2026
This cut reflects that transparency and vitality.
—Adèle Bari, Vanity Fair, 26 Apr. 2026
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Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 27 Apr. 2026
The North Dakota Democratic–Nonpartisan League Party, an affiliate of the national Democratic Party, confirmed Conmy’s death in a social media post, calling her a champion for public education, the environment, and transparency.
—Joe Kottke, NBC news, 26 Apr. 2026
Congress can mandate independent redistricting commissions for federal districts, require transparency in the map-drawing process and establish clear, neutral criteria such as compactness, continuity and respect for communities of interest.
—Baltimore Sun, Twin Cities, 26 Apr. 2026
This cut reflects that transparency and vitality.
—Adèle Bari, Vanity Fair, 26 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for transparency
Noun
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What feels awkward at first can quickly turn into clarity.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
1 May 2026
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The conversation has been edited for clarity and length.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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This setup will prove both aesthetically pleasing and functional, bringing welcome brightness to the yard at night.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
28 Apr. 2026
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Tackle the Light Fixtures Porch lighting attracts bugs and collects dust, dimming the brightness over time.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Sacbee.com,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Transparency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/transparency. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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