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  • present participle of clear.
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clearing

[kleer-ing] / ˈklɪər ɪŋ /


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The military thus far has had limited involvement in clearing roadblocks, playing a supporting role to the riot police.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

“Market sentiment appears to be improving, as indicated by the super-long auctions in May clearing smoothly. There may be some short-covering demand as well,” the senior Japan rates strategist adds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Although legally the financial responsibility of clearing fly-tipped waste on private property falls on the landowner, the council said it stepped in given the "exceptional danger and scale of the site".

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

If possible, residents should hold off on tree trimming or vegetation clearing during nesting season.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

Finally, the path opens to a broad clearing.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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