transparency
noun
trans·par·en·cy
tran(t)s-ˈper-ən(t)-sē 
plural transparencies
1
: the quality or state of being transparent
2
: something transparent
especially
: a picture (as on film) viewed by light shining through it or by projection
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Examples of transparency in a Sentence
the transparency of a piece of glass
the transparency of their motives
He says that there needs to be more transparency in the way the government operates.
The professor used transparencies and an overhead projector during her lectures.
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Don’t overlook the unique characteristics of alternative investments, including their limited transparency and liquidity, and be sure to leverage the insights of your financial advisor to stay well-informed.
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Fred Hubler, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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Minnesota is the latest state to increase transparency when purchasing tickets to concerts, sporting events and other large-scale events.
—Acacia Squires, NPR, 31 Dec. 2024
Backers of Question 1 say the limits are aimed at improving transparency in political fundraising.
—Chris Wade | The Center Square Contributor, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 30 Dec. 2024
The department, then under former Chief James White, said a new rule requiring greater transparency after shootings by department officers did not apply because Butler was shot by a court bailiff.
—Violet Ikonomova, Detroit Free Press, 27 Dec. 2024
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Fred Hubler, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
Here are other significant state laws taking effect Jan 1.
Taylor Swift ticket meltdown spurs industry changes
Minnesota is the latest state to increase transparency when purchasing tickets to concerts, sporting events and other large-scale events.
—Acacia Squires, NPR, 31 Dec. 2024
Backers of Question 1 say the limits are aimed at improving transparency in political fundraising.
—Chris Wade | The Center Square Contributor, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 30 Dec. 2024
The department, then under former Chief James White, said a new rule requiring greater transparency after shootings by department officers did not apply because Butler was shot by a court bailiff.
—Violet Ikonomova, Detroit Free Press, 27 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for transparency
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“Transparency.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/transparency. Accessed 7 Jan. 2025.
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transparency
noun
trans·par·en·cy
tran(t)s-ˈpar-ən-sē
-ˈper-
plural transparencies
1
: the quality or state of being transparent
2
: a picture or design on glass, thin cloth, paper, or film viewed by shining light through it or by projection
Medical Definition
transparency
noun
trans·par·en·cy
tran(t)s-ˈpar-ən-sē
plural transparencies
: the quality or state of being transparent
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