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Definition
To clear someone's name of a false charge; to rehabilitate or redress a grievance.
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How it's used
Focuses on the formal act of restoring one's reputation after being wrongly accused. While it appears in everyday speech, it carries a weight of seriousness often associated with legal or moral vindication. It is frequently used in contexts involving historical figures or dramatic narratives where a long-standing injustice is finally corrected.
Examples
He finally found evidence to clear his name.
Is there any way to help clear his name?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this for minor misunderstandings or simple apologies. It implies a significant, often public, false accusation that requires substantial proof to overturn.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
