clear-eyed
Americanadjective
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having clear eyes.
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mentally acute or perceptive; realistic; clear-sighted.
a clear-eyed appraisal.
adjective
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discerning; perceptive
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having clear eyes or sharp vision
Etymology
Origin of clear-eyed
First recorded in 1520–30
Example Sentences
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It is important for investors to be clear-eyed about what is going on.
From Barron's
The author is also refreshingly clear-eyed in criticizing the brutality of the Paul Kagame regime in Rwanda, for instance, and commendably avoids the usual endorsement of any autocrats who produce high growth.
However, the bank is clear-eyed that the volatility is tough to stomach, business visibility is limited and there remains a clear downside scenario should prescription trends fail to improve and trial results underwhelm.
For Sir Keir, his East Asia trip was about balance - resetting relations with China, while reassuring Japan and other allies that Britain remains committed to regional security and clear-eyed about the risks China poses.
From BBC
Some analysts believe that the Chinese will be clear-eyed about their ability to cause a rift in the so-called "special relationship".
From BBC
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