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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
Howard’s book—meticulous, limpid, elegant, and historically alert, a literary biography more than a life—touches on most of these people.
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Vince Passaro, Harpers Magazine, 30 Dec. 2025
His eyes were limpid, faraway, flooded with tears, his gaze beatific.
—Helen Molesworth, Artforum, 1 Dec. 2025
The fox squirrel, sitting upright on a piece of driftwood with a pecan in its paws, took me back to a long sweep of the lower Suwannee with limpid black waters, forests of pine and magnolia trees, live oaks, and wild pecans.
—Charles Elliott, Outdoor Life, 21 Aug. 2025
The movie now and then risks tipping into winsome cuteness, but Chen’s limpid naturalism helps sidestep potential clichés; its emotions are honest and earned.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2019
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Vince Passaro, Harpers Magazine, 30 Dec. 2025
His eyes were limpid, faraway, flooded with tears, his gaze beatific.
—Helen Molesworth, Artforum, 1 Dec. 2025
The fox squirrel, sitting upright on a piece of driftwood with a pecan in its paws, took me back to a long sweep of the lower Suwannee with limpid black waters, forests of pine and magnolia trees, live oaks, and wild pecans.
—Charles Elliott, Outdoor Life, 21 Aug. 2025
The movie now and then risks tipping into winsome cuteness, but Chen’s limpid naturalism helps sidestep potential clichés; its emotions are honest and earned.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2019
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for limpid
Adjective
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Given that the city of Cannes is known for its crystal blue waters, sandy beaches, and luxury hotels, expect guests to show out in their best resortwear and cruise collection fashion.—
Savannah Walsh,
Vanity Fair,
8 May 2026
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My bridal shower will be taking place at a historic inn, on a crystal blue Finger Lake in Upstate New York, at the end of April.—
Alexandra Ditch,
Vogue,
8 Mar. 2026
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Grab a cinnamon croissant at Birley Bakery or a lox bagel at Eli’s and eat it on a bench near the serene Conservatory Water with its model boats.—
Riza Cruz,
Vogue,
14 May 2026
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Priced at $38 million, the home will include serene gardens, a spa, and tea room.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
14 May 2026
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The film is stylized to the point of abstraction; the production budget in glitter, tinfoil, transparent plastics, strobes, smoke machines and red or blue lighting gels must have exceeded everything else.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
19 May 2026
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In decades past, researchers have used cruder technology to create transparent eggshells that hatched chicks from plastic films or sacks.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
19 May 2026
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Your calm precision can keep the whole plan from wobbling.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
17 May 2026
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The outset of war finds her wary yet calm, and our knowledge of her composure under siege means that all following emotional displays shake us like miniature earthquakes.—
Sophie Monks Kaufman,
IndieWire,
16 May 2026
Adjective
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This brief genius window can make strategy clearer, reveal missing pieces, and turn vague ideas into usable next steps.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
14 May 2026
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In West Texas, some locals were hopeful that the exigencies of life in a rural area, where recordkeeping can be rudimentary and property boundaries aren’t always clear, might stymie the project, at least for a little while.—
Rachel Monroe,
New Yorker,
14 May 2026
Adjective
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McIlroy overcame some early inconsistency to put together a composed round, while Burns leaned on excellent ball-striking to match him at the top.—
Marley Malenfant,
Austin American Statesman,
10 Apr. 2026
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Before Tuesday night, Konate had looked much more composed and commanding.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
11 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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CycloRP, a rocket propellant intended to replace RP-1 and RP-2 refined kerosene used in liquid rocket engines; and CK-10, which replaces JP-10 fuel used in cruise missiles and standoff munitions.—
David Szondy
May 17,
New Atlas,
17 May 2026
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Apply the liquid bait in strategic areas such as behind kitchen appliances, under sinks, or along baseboard lines where pest activity occurs.—
Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
17 May 2026
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Brooks told Fox News Digital that approximately 750 men attended the gathering, where community members committed to maintaining the neighborhood as a peaceful environment for families and children.—
Greg Wehner , Anders Hagstrom,
FOXNews.com,
18 May 2026
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Not high up in the clouds, but down into my body, a much more peaceful place than my brain.—
Blake Crisses,
Rolling Stone,
17 May 2026
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“Limpid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/limpid. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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