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(as) clear as mud

very difficult to understand. His traffic directions were as clear as mud.

Usage notes: used to humorously explain that there was a problem

Opposite of: (as) plain as day

See also: clear, mud

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What is obvious to you may be as clear as mud to your partner. Alliances: 5 sure-fire ways to form strategic alliances that work by Northern Ontario Business More results

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