as in transparent
easily seen through
an unspoiled region with majestic mountains and crystal streams
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Recent Examples of crystal
Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
Offered in or around Utah’s Zion National Park, cosmic flow involves the use of seven crystal alchemy singing bowls, each corresponding to a major chakra, or energy center in the body.
—Tammy Lagorce, New York Times, 16 Jan. 2025
Amy Bentley, Oc Register, 7 May 2025
Decorate your altar with flowers, crystals and symbols that speak to you.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 30 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
Bold patterns lend a nostalgic edge and rich textures add depth and opulence, accented by crystal roses and delicate pearls.
—Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
Offered in or around Utah’s Zion National Park, cosmic flow involves the use of seven crystal alchemy singing bowls, each corresponding to a major chakra, or energy center in the body.
—Tammy Lagorce, New York Times, 16 Jan. 2025
Noun
Ninety percent of the furnishings in Rosalie, from Bavarian crystal chandeliers to grand pianos to the Wedgewood China and expensive European furniture, are original.
—Amy Bentley, Oc Register, 7 May 2025
Decorate your altar with flowers, crystals and symbols that speak to you.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 30 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crystal
Adjective
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No matter how meticulous evidence is gathered, its value can diminish without transparent, comprehensive reporting.—
Beth Worthy,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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There is a critical opportunity for brands to lead the charge in redefining value—not by focusing on price tags, but by investing in ethical production, sustainable materials and transparent supply chains.—
Lauren Parker,
Sourcing Journal,
12 May 2025
Noun
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Water refill stations, LED lighting with dimmers, glassware instead of disposables, and a table linen reuse program further minimize the property’s carbon footprint.—
Ashlee Marie Preston,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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Placed in the kitchen or dining room, the Emily Accent Cabinet is convenient for storing serveware, glassware, and cookware.—
Clint Davis,
People.com,
29 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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To spot treat a stain, apply a small amount of liquid laundry detergent, mild dish soap, or a commercial stain remover and use a damp white rag to gently blot the stain.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 May 2025
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During the procedure, a surgeon seals the vein shut using radiofrequency, a laser, or a liquid sealant.7 Endovenous ablation may be combined with other treatments to help prevent varicose veins from recurring.—
Sarah Hudgens,
Health,
2 May 2025
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Per the authors, the key to optimal splash-free urinal design is the angle at which the pee stream strikes the porcelain surface; get a small enough angle, and there won't be any splashback.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
30 Apr. 2025
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The paintings are not as hard edged as the porcelain cups.—
Tom Teicholz,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Taken together, the studies provide the clearest evidence yet that birds and mammals independently evolved brain regions for complex cognition.—
Yasemin Saplakoglu,
Wired News,
11 May 2025
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While President Trump’s bold tariff agenda marks a clear departure from the status quo, tariffs alone will not revitalize the American working class.—
Lynn Forester de Rothschild,
Time,
11 May 2025
Noun
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Pro tip: Don't settle for paper plates, bring your best china from home.—
Sydney Bergan,
USA Today,
6 May 2025
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Southern interior designers know that there are many different ways to enjoy nice china that don't involve dining.—
Sarah Lyon,
Southern Living,
20 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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One of the sadder ironies of the third chapter is how sharp and crystalline the images look, and how worn down the characters appear by comparison.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
2 May 2025
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Once the epitaxy process is done, the substrate and everything on it are soaked in a chemical solution that dissolves this intermediate layer, leaving the crystalline film intact.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
1 May 2025
Noun
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In museums, art by Indigenous people has been seen as artifact, not intervention or complex storytelling — reduced to dream catchers, headdresses and pottery, repackaged for nostalgia and sale.—
Petala Ironcloud,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
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Archaeologists in Mexico have discovered ancient Mayan pottery in a cave system a little more than 10 miles away from downtown Playa de Carmen.—
Lauren Liebhaber,
Miami Herald,
23 Apr. 2025
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“Crystal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crystal. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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