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Recent Examples of clean-cut
Introduced as a clean-cut priest with a longtime crush on Dee, Matthew Mara (Sunny writer David Hornsby) has since seen his life repeatedly ruined by the gang, from being lured out of the clergy by Dee and humiliated in their exploitative dance contest to getting dragged into their criminal antics.
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James Mercadante, EW.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Neutral tones add to Field of Study’s clean-cut aesthetic.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 June 2025
Whereas Joshua wears clean-cut, mixed-fabrics looks, as if he’s just stepped off a runway, Sonny opts for various combinations of denim (costumes by Julian Day).
—Lovia Gyarkye, HollywoodReporter, 17 June 2025
America loved the Beach Boys as clean-cut bros in candy-stripe shirts.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 12 June 2025
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James Mercadante, EW.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Neutral tones add to Field of Study’s clean-cut aesthetic.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 June 2025
Whereas Joshua wears clean-cut, mixed-fabrics looks, as if he’s just stepped off a runway, Sonny opts for various combinations of denim (costumes by Julian Day).
—Lovia Gyarkye, HollywoodReporter, 17 June 2025
America loved the Beach Boys as clean-cut bros in candy-stripe shirts.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 12 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clean-cut
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For Hong Kong, securing residency or a work visa for family office professionals is usually uncomplicated, relative to Singapore, according to advisory firm Acclime .—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
12 Sep. 2025
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Hardly any other combination is as versatile and uncomplicated at the same time.—
Emma Mehl,
Glamour,
10 Sep. 2025
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On the other hand, nations like Japan and Turkey, while relatively developed, show lower scores in key flourishing domains, suggesting that prosperity alone doesn’t ensure a meaningful life.—
Robert B. Tucker,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 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
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Southerners know the importance of keeping a clean and tidy house.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
11 Sep. 2025
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Financial details remain undisclosed, but international presales moved briskly at film markets over the past year, suggesting Yeon and his collaborators have likely already made a tidy return.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Sep. 2025
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Even your health feels vigorous.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
16 Sep. 2025
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After a vigorous lobbying campaign, Congress adopted a half measure, disallowing sales taxes but retaining the deductibility of other subnational levies.—
Joseph Thorndike,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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The upcoming La Nina looks to be on the weaker end of the spectrum, which could also affect how clear-cut its influence becomes.—
Mary Gilbert,
CNN Money,
27 Aug. 2025
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The timeline for the female sand tiger sharks was surprisingly clear-cut.—
Melissa Cristina Márquez,
Forbes.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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The best and most enjoyable habit to maintain a healthy, thriving garden is a daily garden walk.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Sep. 2025
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In a world being reshaped by Gen Z, a thriving workplace needs more than technological agility.—
Hanne Jesca Bax,
Fortune,
11 Sep. 2025
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Their simple plan goes awry when one of their relatives wants a posh Korean wedding banquet in the heartfelt romantic comedy.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
13 Sep. 2025
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The inspiration The Copleys wanted a low-water garden that would be simple to care for.—
Caron Golden,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Sep. 2025
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Expect a lively mix of chef demos, book signings, brunch-style tastings, and conversation with some of the region’s most influential women.—
Rai Mincey,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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The kind of free speech and lively discourse that Kirk espoused involved spreading hateful conspiracy theories and misinformation.—
Kyle Chayka,
New Yorker,
17 Sep. 2025
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“Clean-cut.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clean-cut. Accessed 19 Sep. 2025.
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