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in the clear
01
někoho nebo něco, co již není v nebezpečí
used to say that one is free from suspicion or danger of wrongdoing
What is the origin of the idiom "in the clear" and when to use it?
The phrase "in the clear" has its origins in radio communications during the early 20th century. It was primarily used in military or aviation contexts, where clear and concise communication was crucial for operations. In radio transmissions, "clear" referred to a signal or message that was received without any interference or distortion. It is commonly employed in situations where there is a need to communicate that a person or situation is no longer at risk, facing obstacles, or experiencing uncertainty.
02
v čistotě
used to imply having visibility or an unobstructed view
03
v čistotě
used to suggest being out of debt or financial difficulties
Příklad
She is in the clear now that all the obstacles have been overcome.
She had a swim in the clear, blue ocean waters.
She was in the clear when the misunderstanding was cleared up.
The children played happily by the rivulet, skipping stones and searching for tadpoles in the clear water.
In the clear water, the fish appeared to reflect on the pond's surface.
