Clear
Clear verb - To rid the surface of (as an area) from things in the way.
Defeats
Both words in one sentence
- Fortunately, the truth becomes clear when he challenges the imposter and defeats it.
Source: Clear My Name -
However, the Battle of Lostwitheil in Cornwall and the Second Battle of Newbury were both Parliamentarian defeats, and it was clear that something had to be done.
Source: Useful Notes / English Civil War - The episode makes it clear that he's crazy, egotistical, and believes his own hype, in utter disbelief when Duncan defeats him.
Source: A God Am I / Live-Action TV
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