1. To explain or make something clear in a direct, honest, and transparent manner without concealment
The CEO decided to clarify openly the reasons for the company's restructuring.
O CEO decidiu esclarecer abertamente os motivos da reestruturação da empresa.
2. To remove confusion or misunderstanding by providing straightforward information
She wanted to clarify openly her position on the controversial issue.
Ela quis esclarecer abertamente sua posição sobre a questão controversa.