as in smart
having or showing a practical cleverness or judgment
shows a clear-eyed understanding of what it takes to be successful in business
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Recent Examples of clear-eyed
Blockchain developers and entrepreneurs must be clear-eyed about what needs to happen for ZK technology to succeed with everyday users.
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Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2024
Based on your clear-eyed appraisal of the totality.
—Jim Vandehei, Axios, 3 Dec. 2024
Culkin, on the other hand, has a clear-eyed view of the industry, viewing it as fickle and nobody’s friend.
—Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 3 Dec. 2024
With a clear-eyed but not demagogic tone, stressing competition but not necessarily confrontation, and linking competition with China directly to the interests of Americans, Trump could rally the American public, civil society, academia, and the corporate sector behind the administration’s efforts.
—Rush Doshi, Foreign Affairs, 29 Nov. 2024
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Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2024
Based on your clear-eyed appraisal of the totality.
—Jim Vandehei, Axios, 3 Dec. 2024
Culkin, on the other hand, has a clear-eyed view of the industry, viewing it as fickle and nobody’s friend.
—Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 3 Dec. 2024
With a clear-eyed but not demagogic tone, stressing competition but not necessarily confrontation, and linking competition with China directly to the interests of Americans, Trump could rally the American public, civil society, academia, and the corporate sector behind the administration’s efforts.
—Rush Doshi, Foreign Affairs, 29 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clear-eyed
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As with other types of small drone, this capability could spread quickly among both friendly and hostile forces, although replicating the smart AI software sets a much higher bar than simply copying hardware. Follow me on Twitter.David Hambling, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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While members of Gen Alpha have become acquainted with smart technology and artificial intelligence, Gen Beta will experience AI and automation in every aspect of life, from school to work to healthcare and entertainment, McCrindle says.Greta Cross, USA TODAY, 1 Jan. 2025
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Burnett had a prime role in elevating Trump as a primetime fixture as the star of The Apprentice, as the real estate developer was presented to the public as a wildly successful entrepreneur with astute instincts for spotting talent.Ted Johnson, Deadline, 21 Dec. 2024
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Through a rich heritage, carefully crafted brand strategies and astute business acumen, Montblanc has built an enduring legacy of distinction.Fairchild Studio, WWD, 16 Dec. 2024
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The Kraken pounced quickly and have made a shrewd gamble here.Shayna Goldman, The Athletic, 19 Dec. 2024
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Wang, a shrewd negotiator, is known for taking her time before striking deals.Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 16 Dec. 2024
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This month's most concerning figure came from a sharp fall in Americans' short-term outlook for income, business conditions and job opportunities.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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Fincher’s original, which starred Jodie Foster, was praised for its tense atmosphere and sharp direction.Jamie Lang, Variety, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Clear-eyed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clear-eyed. Accessed 9 Jan. 2025.
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