1
as in crystal
easily seen through
her eyes are the blue of a limpid stream of water
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as in serene
free from emotional or mental agitation
the limpid conscience of a man who is at peace with himself as he awaits death
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Recent Examples of limpid
On a limpid day in April, my hands found the places where Boccioni’s hands had been in 1913.
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Caitlyn Murphy, Hazlitt, 13 Nov. 2024
The clarinettist Matic Kuder, another recent addition to the ranks, enlivened both the symphony and the concerto with limpid, puckish solos.
—Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
In Myers’s limpid translation, The Brush feels like a fresh discovery thanks to its narrative range, which insists on exploring both an intimate relationship that’s wrenched apart and the much larger ecosystem in which the separation occurs.
—The Atlantic, 4 Dec. 2024
Olsen, meanwhile, finds subtle ways to suggest that Christina’s limpid, clear-eyed warmth and positivity are attempts to compensate for all sorts of insecurity.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 20 Sep. 2024
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Caitlyn Murphy, Hazlitt, 13 Nov. 2024
The clarinettist Matic Kuder, another recent addition to the ranks, enlivened both the symphony and the concerto with limpid, puckish solos.
—Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
In Myers’s limpid translation, The Brush feels like a fresh discovery thanks to its narrative range, which insists on exploring both an intimate relationship that’s wrenched apart and the much larger ecosystem in which the separation occurs.
—The Atlantic, 4 Dec. 2024
Olsen, meanwhile, finds subtle ways to suggest that Christina’s limpid, clear-eyed warmth and positivity are attempts to compensate for all sorts of insecurity.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 20 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for limpid
Adjective
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This scenic gorge captivates in winter, when water rushing over the vertical cliff walls freezes into a silent, crystal cathedral of blue-and-white icicles.—
Lisa Kadane,
AFAR Media,
1 Apr. 2025
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Dive your way around the island Courtesy of the Curaçao Tourist Board With more than 70 dive sites, crystal blue water, vibrant coral, and unique biodiversity, Curaçao is a haven for scuba divers.—
Curaçao Tourist Board,
AFAR Media,
26 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The bedrooms offer a serene retreat with plush bedding and ample storage, while the bathrooms feature sleek fixtures and finishes.—
Bailey Berg,
Architectural Digest,
1 May 2025
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World of Hyatt’s new Mazatlán resort has a dreamy destination spa, an almost endless beach, and serene rooms made for decompressing complete with real-life wave sounds.—
Johanna Read,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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To paraphrase Bochner, the thesaurus is not transparent.—
Jeffrey Weiss,
Artforum,
1 May 2025
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One downside of selling physical gold is traditionally high trading costs — and those costs are typically not transparent, Kristof said.—
Jessica Dickler,Greg Iacurci,
CNBC,
30 Apr. 2025
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The evening is expected to be calm and mild with a low of 57.—
Todd Karpovich,
Baltimore Sun,
30 Apr. 2025
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The best way to respond to a tantrum is to remain calm, and attempt to distract the child, such as with a change of location or even making a funny face, according to the Mayo Clinic.—
Mohammed Soliman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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To spot treat a stain, apply a small amount of liquid laundry detergent, mild dish soap, or a commercial stain remover and use a damp white rag to gently blot the stain.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 May 2025
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Left behind are parts of a reactor and big plastic containers of liquid meth, along with piles of perishable food, water and even a pair of jeans — signs that they’d been camped up in this area for several days.—
Isobel Yeung,
CNN Money,
2 May 2025
Adjective
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Eliot compares this style to Rory McIlroy lining up a putt to win the Masters: focused, composed, blocking out distractions.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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The sets had their ups and downs: some of the improvisations were gorgeous, but the more composed elements felt messy.—
Amanda Petrusich,
New Yorker,
14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Although no concrete action appears to have come from Martin's letters yet, Garcia said the implications are clear.—
Tom Dreisbach,
NPR,
29 Apr. 2025
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What Brands Can Learn For luxury and lifestyle brands outside of hospitality, the lessons are clear: Create emotional anchors.—
Kate Hardcastle,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The meeting lasted about 15 minutes inside St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican, where Francis often preached the need for a peaceful end to the war, just before Trump and Zelenskyy took their seats at the outdoor funeral service.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
27 Apr. 2025
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Together, these two pros deliver a Sunday to-do list that will hopefully create a more peaceful and efficient week ahead.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
27 Apr. 2025
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