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as in flourishing
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Explore See latest videos, charts and news Though Jonas may seem like an intriguing choice given his role as a member of the decidedly more clean-cut and pop-rock focused Jonas Brothers, he’s been a constant presence in the world of stage and screen for over two decades.
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Tyler Jenke, Billboard, 6 June 2025
In the 1960s, their look mirrored the polished soul singer archetype: tight tailoring, high-sheen shoes, and just enough attitude to make ‘clean-cut’ feel dangerous.
—Karissa Mitchell, Essence, 5 June 2025
Jost is clean-cut and buttoned-up; Sherman is young and hip.
—Michael Tedder, The Atlantic, 17 May 2025
What keeps us from reaching our richest selves, however, isn’t as clean-cut.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 4 Apr. 2025
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Tyler Jenke, Billboard, 6 June 2025
In the 1960s, their look mirrored the polished soul singer archetype: tight tailoring, high-sheen shoes, and just enough attitude to make ‘clean-cut’ feel dangerous.
—Karissa Mitchell, Essence, 5 June 2025
Jost is clean-cut and buttoned-up; Sherman is young and hip.
—Michael Tedder, The Atlantic, 17 May 2025
What keeps us from reaching our richest selves, however, isn’t as clean-cut.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 4 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clean-cut
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Here’s how to keep the vibe simple: Keep it uncomplicated: Choose drinks that feel luxe but are easy to make.—
Essence,
Essence,
17 June 2025
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Trust becomes more complicated to earn and more uncomplicated to mimic.—
Jason Snyder,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
Adjective
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Being socially connected and having flourishing friendships can deeply enhance the quality of your life.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
3 July 2025
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Cultivating a flourishing, diverse gut microbiome seems to translate to a range of health benefits.—
Jamie Ducharme,
Health,
24 June 2025
Adjective
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It’s located right next to the Sandbox in a tidy food truck but packs a big punch.—
Jeff Goudy,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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Into that void steps AI: tidy, responsive, nonjudgmental.—
Kelly Monahan,
Fortune,
9 July 2025
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Jane Street has disputed the findings and is expected to mount a vigorous defense.—
Daniel Schlaepfer,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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One positive blessing today is that your health feels vigorous and strong!—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
24 June 2025
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In fact, they have now been linked to a potential trade for a clear-cut starting option.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 July 2025
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If someone is infected with multiple strains of the same type of fungus, this becomes much less clear-cut.—
Kaitlin Sullivan,
NBC news,
9 July 2025
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In fact, despite its thriving telenovela industry, and many promising starts (see: Charlie’s Angels and 8th & Ocean), Miami has spawned few successful television series outside the realm of reality TV.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
8 July 2025
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Careful attention to water needs is key to keeping 'Everest' Carex healthy and thriving.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
1 July 2025
Adjective
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These patterns are muted, simple, and still full of personality, like this pillow cover in indigo which looks exactly suited to a couch in a captain’s quarters, yacht-appropriate, or like a great porch nap pillow along a white rattan sofa.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
11 July 2025
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Chris wore a simple navy blue polo shirt and khaki shorts combo, while Alexa showed off her growing bump in a white and blue floral dress — along with an Olympic logo necklace to complete her maternity style.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
11 July 2025
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In February, a lively and well-attended protest march took over the streets of downtown McAllen; a news site compared it to a celebration after a high-school-football victory.—
Rachel Monroe,
New Yorker,
7 July 2025
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The music was lively, and the people were friendly.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
5 July 2025
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“Clean-cut.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clean-cut. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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