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as in noticeable
capable of being seen
the visible light spectrum runs from red to violet
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as in famous
widely known
although he had been kicking around Hollywood for years, he only became a highly visible actor after his starring role in that year's biggest movie
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Recent Examples of visible
The events will be visible from the Northern Hemisphere by both telescope and the naked eye, according to astronomers.
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Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 2 Apr. 2025
Other signs of losing collagen include the skin appearing thinner, the area around the eyes appearing more hollow, changes in the face shape such as narrow temples, more visible cellulite, brittle nails and hair, and even joint pain and muscle weakness.
—Ana Morales, Vogue, 2 Apr. 2025
While Trump remains supportive of Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency initiative, both men have agreed that the billionaire will soon transition into a less visible role.
—Khaleda Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Apr. 2025
On Saturday, March 29, 2025, a deep partial solar eclipse will be visible across the Northern Hemisphere.
—Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 22 Mar. 2025
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Based on the study’s results, Tucker’s team believes that survivors of severe trauma may see noticeable changes in their biological systems’ baseline levels.—
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The aftermath of Hurricane Helene has left Augusta National Golf Club with a noticeable change in its lush greenery.—
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If the book falters, the production numbers – some based on famous Marilyn images and tropes, like the Seven Year Itch‘s subway grate scene, and the Diamonds Are A Girl’s Best Friend bit – are suitably flashy.—
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The all cash deal, valued at $1.375 billion, will merge two of the most famous Italian luxury fashion brands under one roof.—
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Deals on outdoor rugs Outdoor rugs enhance outdoor spaces by adding comfort, visual appeal and functionality.—
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In addition, The New Yorker earned two ASME Awards for Design, Photography, and Illustration, which recognize visual excellence.—
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These events included small, private dinners with prominent celebrities in the entertainment industry.—
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Tesla was already struggling in recent months in connection with Musk’s prominent role in the administration.—
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Phenotype refers to how one’s genetic makeup is expressed in observable traits, including eye color, height and blood type.—
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Reasonable suspicion testing allows a supervisor to request a drug or alcohol test if there are observable and objective signs that an employee may be under the influence.—
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In Key West, grab a cold one at the famed Sloppy Joe’s bar, see the famous five-toed cats at the Ernest Hemingway Home, dive into history at the Mel Fisher Maritime Museum, and watch the glorious sunsets at Mallory Square.—
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But when a team is coming off a World Series title, and that team happens to play just a few miles from the famed Hollywood sign, Opening Day is that much more grand.—
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All of the people involved in the crash appeared to be injured, police said, with the motorcyclist suffering apparent life-threatening injuries.—
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In 1932 Chicago police raided an apparent summit meeting of gangsters, and arrested Lansky and five others on vagrancy charges.—
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On Monday, April 7, Washington, 70, and Goldberg, 69, appeared at an event at the James Earl Jones Theatre — formerly known as the Cort Theatre — in Manhattan to pay tribute to Jones, the celebrated stage and screen actor who died at 93 in September 2024.—
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Set on a rhodium lapel pin, this piece merges industrial shine with organic form, a subtle nod to the celebrated flower of the Kentucky Derby.—
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“Visible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/visible. Accessed 17 Apr. 2025.
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