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noun an open space of land, especially one with no trees or buildings
A1 I enjoy walking in the clearing in the forest.
A2 The sunlight streamed through the trees, illuminating the clearing.
B1 The hikers set up camp in a small clearing by the river.
B2 The farmer used a tractor to clear the overgrown clearing for planting crops.
C1 The archaeologists discovered ancient ruins in the clearing.
C2 The government designated the area as a protected clearing to preserve the wildlife habitat.
verb the act of removing objects or obstacles from a particular area
A1 I am clearing the table after dinner.
A2 She is clearing out her closet to make room for new clothes.
B1 The company is clearing the land to build a new office complex.
B2 The police are clearing the area in preparation for the parade.
C1 The government is clearing the regulations to make it easier for businesses to operate.
C2 The team of researchers is clearing the data to ensure accuracy in their findings.
formal The clearing of the forest was necessary to make way for the new housing development.
informal We're planning on having a bonfire in the clearing behind the old barn.
slang Let's meet at the clearing by the creek for a chill hangout session.
figurative After a long discussion, there was a clearing in the air and everyone finally understood each other's perspectives.
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