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as in transparent
easily seen through
consumers pretty much expect see-through packaging for bacon
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as in sheer
very thin and easy to see through
a designer whose see-through clothes scandalized the fashion world back in the 1960s
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Recent Examples of see-through
This one still had a relatively see-through body, but was dotted by pockets of color in orange and black, researchers said.
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Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 28 Jan. 2025
Johnson wore a gorgeous and completely see-through spiderwebbed mesh number to the Vogue Brazil Ball in Rio de Janeiro, and a week later attended a red carpet in a mesh naked dress.
—Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 27 Jan. 2025
The actress also embraced the sheer trend in a see-through button-down shirt.
—Marissa Muller, WWD, 25 Jan. 2025
The mix of opaque and see-through drawers keeps the closet neat without becoming too orderly.
—Ella Field, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Jan. 2025
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Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 28 Jan. 2025
Johnson wore a gorgeous and completely see-through spiderwebbed mesh number to the Vogue Brazil Ball in Rio de Janeiro, and a week later attended a red carpet in a mesh naked dress.
—Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 27 Jan. 2025
The actress also embraced the sheer trend in a see-through button-down shirt.
—Marissa Muller, WWD, 25 Jan. 2025
The mix of opaque and see-through drawers keeps the closet neat without becoming too orderly.
—Ella Field, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for see-through
Adjective
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If America’s leaders wish to bolster their national standing and long-term strategic resilience, the Trump crypto reserve would do well to focus on sound money transported on a peer-to-peer network that is censorship-resistant, radically transparent, and more liquid than any other digital asset.—
Dave Birnbaum,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
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This bill includes vital provisions such as requiring central committees to adhere to the Maryland Open Meetings Act, thereby ensuring that their deliberations and voting are transparent.—
Liza Smith,
Baltimore Sun,
1 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Catch up quick: In the mid-19th century, Crum — a chef at Moon's Lake House in Saratoga Springs, New York — changed food history out of sheer frustration.—
Delano Massey,
Axios,
27 Feb. 2025
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The cars were also judged on the basis of innovation, sheer sumptuousness, and importance, with nine experts voting on the results.—
Raphael Orlove,
Robb Report,
27 Feb. 2025
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The skirt alone contains 190,000 crystal sequin and rhinestone embellishments, giving the entire piece a sweeping dress as Grande moves.—
Aamina Inayat Khan,
StyleCaster,
2 Mar. 2025
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Bold patterns lend a nostalgic edge and rich textures add depth and opulence, accented by crystal roses and delicate pearls.—
Joanne Shurvell,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Within this structure, delicate leaves of 22-karat 5N red gold are embedded and shine through the translucent quartz.—
Cait Bazemore,
Robb Report,
28 Feb. 2025
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The second Kylie Cosmetics fragrance comes in a sleek chrome sculptural bottle, a departure from the original bottle’s translucent design.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
26 Feb. 2025
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The 12 Best Face Sunscreens Powder Blush In recent years, alternatives to powder blush, like cream blushes and liquid blushes, have become more popular.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
5 Mar. 2025
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Is there a type of laundry detergent that's best for sensitive skin? For sensitive skin, liquid laundry detergents are typically your best bet in terms of gentle formulas.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
4 Mar. 2025
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Too many people view the risks of illness from the vaccine as outweighing the risk of getting measles itself, and what’s abundantly clear now is that the risk of getting measles is increasing.—
Megha Satyanarayana,
Scientific American,
28 Feb. 2025
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The clear back lets the iPad's design come through, and while the display cover can fold into the same two viewing angles, covering the screen actually puts it to sleep here.—
Julian Chokkattu,
WIRED,
28 Feb. 2025
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“See-through.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/see-through. Accessed 10 Mar. 2025.
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