VERB: "to free from accusation or blame; exonerate" Crossword Clue

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VERB: "to free from accusation or blame; exonerate" Crossword Answer

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(verb)
1. become clear
2. make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear
(adjective)
1. accurately stated or described
2. free of restrictions or qualifications
(noun)
1. a clear or unobstructed space or expanse of land or water
2. the state of being free of suspicion
(adverb)
1. in an easily perceptible manner
2. completely

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

EXONERATE (verb)
1. pronounce not guilty of criminal charges
ACCUSATION (noun)
1. a formal charge of wrongdoing brought against a person; the act of imputing blame or guilt
2. an assertion that someone is guilty of a fault or offence

Hint 3: Anagram

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CARLE

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