CLEARANCE Synonyms: 52 Similar and Opposite Words

clearance

noun

ˈklir-ən(t)s

Definition of clearance

as in permission

the approval by someone in authority for the doing of something we'll need official clearance before publishing this editorial

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Recent Examples of clearance Expanding farming, timber, and mining activities are driving the clearances in the basin, which is home to the world’s second-largest tropical rainforest, the Forest Declaration Assessment group said. — Ruben Nyanguila, semafor.com, 16 Oct. 2026 Contributing factors also include land clearance using fire in the Indonesian part of Borneo and regions of Sumatra Island, as well as water shortages that have hampered Indonesian firefighters, who have received assistance from Japan. — ABC News, 16 Oct. 2026 The team sees potential applications in urban delivery and long-distance reconnaissance across rough terrain, where speed, maneuverability, and obstacle clearance are important. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 14 Oct. 2026 That includes time to advertise the position, ensure medical clearance and interview candidates. — Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 14 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for clearance

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Noun

Some cultures clean graves as a regular ritual Abrams agreed that proper cleaning, as well as permission from cemeteries, are crucial before setting out to clean a grave.

— Kimberlee Kruesi, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2026
The files were later released online and made available on streaming platforms without Mathers' permission or knowledge.

— Eric Henderson, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of permission

Noun

The deal, however, remains subject to congressional authorization and appropriations.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 22 Oct. 2026
The Endeavor nurses needed at least 30% of potential bargaining unit members to sign union authorization cards to file the election petition with the National Labor Relations Board.

— Lisa Schencker, Chicago Tribune, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of authorization

Noun

When asked if the ad was made with the campaign's knowledge or consent, Connie Luck, a spokesperson for Ramaswamy, released a lengthy statement Tuesday, but did not deny making the ad or denounce it.

— ABC News, ABC News, 20 Oct. 2026
Select Everything else, accept the consent terms if prompted, then take a photo or choose one from your phone.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 20 Oct. 2026

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