as in transparent
easily seen through
an unspoiled region with majestic mountains and crystal streams
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Recent Examples of crystal
Rachel Tashjian, CNN Money, 22 Dec. 2025
Its luxury status is further elevated with several keen features: a crystal gear selector, second-row captain’s chairs with headrest pillows, $3,400 Bowers and Wilkins 20-speaker sound system and walnut wood trim.
—James Raia, Mercury News, 21 Dec. 2025
Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 27 Jan. 2026
This crystal-clear waterway is home to multiple species of fish, including rainbow trout and the (adorable) arroyo chub.
—Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 22 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
Christian Cowan’s crystal T-shirt dress, made in collaboration with designer Elias Matso as the finale look in his Spring-Summer 2026 show, became a sensation when actress and cultural lightning rod Sydney Sweeney wore it to a Variety party in late October.
—Rachel Tashjian, CNN Money, 22 Dec. 2025
Its luxury status is further elevated with several keen features: a crystal gear selector, second-row captain’s chairs with headrest pillows, $3,400 Bowers and Wilkins 20-speaker sound system and walnut wood trim.
—James Raia, Mercury News, 21 Dec. 2025
Noun
The video shows Gay boarding a plane for an hour-and-half ride to Orlando just buy the brand's black crystal Swinger bag (available in rainbow for $225) at its Disney Springs location.
—Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 27 Jan. 2026
This crystal-clear waterway is home to multiple species of fish, including rainbow trout and the (adorable) arroyo chub.
—Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 22 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crystal
Adjective
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The scrutiny from the EU comes after Grok sparked a global backlash by allowing users, through its AI image generation and editing capabilities, to undress people, putting women and girls in transparent bikinis or revealing clothing.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
27 Jan. 2026
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Senator Jon Ossoff calls on other Georgia leaders Fellow Georgia senator, Jon Ossoff, asked GOP leaders to join him in demanding a full and transparent investigation.—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
27 Jan. 2026
Noun
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And once you’re finished cooking, the glassware containers, lids, and crisper plates are all dishwasher safe.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
28 Jan. 2026
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From Le Creuset kitchen staples to mood-setting candles and Pottery Barn glassware starting at just $3, these are thoughtful touches that work for date night, Galentine’s Day, and everyday living.—
Jeaneen Russell,
PEOPLE,
28 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Anatomy of a Merger — Jim Freund A clear, deal-lawyer’s view of how acquisitions unfold, from negotiation through closing and early integration.—
Jennifer J. Fondrevay,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Hood said interstates and main highways are pretty clear, but many rural county roads are probably still covered in ice.—
Bill Bowden,
Arkansas Online,
29 Jan. 2026
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Each porcelain piece is finished with a glossy glaze that makes every bowl unique.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
3 Jan. 2026
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The brand also offers its own tableware and glassware, with the SR Home Collection porcelains crafted in Florence with gold and platinum decorations.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
31 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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After a train derailment involving a truck containing liquid propane, 51 is forced to fight the fire all by its lonesome — and with a low water supply, no less.—
Will Harris,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Jan. 2026
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Use an organic liquid fertilizer monthly during the growing season, and increase to bi-weekly applications once the strawberry flowers begin to appear.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Jan. 2026
Noun
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While the sentimental value of her china is priceless and can never be matched, there are still plenty of legacy brands to shop gorgeous china sets from that maintain the premium quality of her original pieces in new patterns and upgraded designs.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
23 Jan. 2026
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Sadly, there's no china in the book.—
Lauren Huff,
Entertainment Weekly,
19 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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With nearly 300 days of sunshine a year, white-sand beaches, and crystalline water, Bonita Springs has all the ingredients for a perfect beach vacation.—
Carrie Honaker,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Jan. 2026
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Different arrangements of these hydrogen bonds can shape ice’s crystalline structure into various configurations, from a hexagonal prism to a cubic lattice to less familiar lattice systems such as rhombohedral and tetragonal.—
Meghan Bartels,
Scientific American,
23 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The shop is brimming with all kinds of items, ranging from soap, kids toys, stationary, candles, and bath salts, to pottery, jewelry, crystals, housewares, and home goods.—
Pamela Brown,
Hartford Courant,
26 Jan. 2026
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Flamingo Island Flea Market Just off I-75 awaits a cornucopia of vintage decor, houseplants, pottery, and other knick-knacks.—
Carrie Honaker,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Jan. 2026
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“Crystal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crystal. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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