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adjective

Definition of crystalnext
as in transparent
easily seen through an unspoiled region with majestic mountains and crystal streams

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crystal

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noun

as in glassware

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Recent Examples of crystal
Adjective
Given that the city of Cannes is known for its crystal blue waters, sandy beaches, and luxury hotels, expect guests to show out in their best resortwear and cruise collection fashion. — Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 8 May 2026 Gigi Hadid turned heads in a sheer gray Miu Miu gown that was embellished with crystal flame and floral details in beige and black. — Janelle Ash , Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 4 May 2026
Noun
Attempting a conventional co-deposition strategy improves surface wettability, yet strong intermolecular interactions between transport layer molecules and perovskite components disrupt both substrate anchoring and crystal formation. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 26 Oct. 2026 Ice•ology trays use a slow-freezing process designed to separate impurities and air bubbles from the ice, creating crystal-clear cubes that elevate cocktails, mocktails and everyday beverages. — ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for crystal
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crystal
  1. transparent
  2. glassware
  3. clear
  4. porcelain
  5. liquid
  6. china
  7. crystalline
  8. pottery
Adjective
  • What matters is being transparent, listening to employees’ concerns and following through when answers become available.
    — Jon Lowe, Forbes.com, 26 Oct. 2026
  • Now with Daniela landing in this transparent enclosure with him, this Jason helps plot their escape with the extra ampoules that she’s brought with her.
    — Scott Tobias, Vulture, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of transparent
Noun
  • Day Tripper has crafted a custom menu for the holiday, with festive glassware to match.
    — Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 30 Oct. 2026
  • As a game of Guess Who broke the ice between the in-laws, the would-be-weds headed home early ahead of the following day’s rehearsal, bringing along an abundance of colorful glassware and audio equipment from their own home.
    — Daniel Rodgers, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of glassware
Adjective
  • Though 57% of voters say the Democratic Party does not have a clear vision for the future, Republicans hold no advantage in this category either, according to a CBS News poll released on Sunday.
    — Carter Schroppe, The Washington Examiner, 26 Oct. 2026
  • With no side holding a clear majority, a deadlock, a minority government, a unity government – or another election – are all plausible outcomes.
    — Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 25 Oct. 2026
Definition of clear
Noun
  • The films use the real doll and the Warrens’ claims only as a starting point; their characters, events, and sinister porcelain version of Annabelle are largely fictional creations.
    — Frannie Comstock, Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Seek it out and the rewards may include a cup of tea brewed with homegrown herbs, served in porcelain van der Hilst made himself.
    — Michael James Gardner, Architectural Digest, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of porcelain
Adjective
  • Together, these ingredients form a deep eutectic solvent, a liquid mixture whose components interact through forces such as hydrogen bonding and ion-dipole interactions.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 31 Oct. 2026
  • The liquid sunscreen has an ultralight texture and a silky feel.
    — Iman Balagam, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of liquid
Noun
  • That said, the designer is all for finding creative ways to display your china that don't involve keeping pretty plates and bowls behind closed doors.
    — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 13 June 2026
  • Tables were set with ornate china, colored crystal glasses, silver candelabra, antique tureens, and monumental centerpieces.
    — Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 7 June 2026
Definition of china
Adjective
  • Borges writes stories that are an idea, an absolute crystalline unforgettable thought.
    — The Week US, TheWeek, 27 Oct. 2026
  • Reality, for Doomed, hangs on the harmony of the spheres, a crystalline architecture with the power to dazzle—and, at times, to lull.
    — Ryan Meehan, Pitchfork, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of crystalline
Noun
  • The person buried there is believed to have belonged to the Linear Pottery culture — named for the distinctive spiral and wavy patterns decorating its pottery.
    — Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Meantime, Adler said his pottery studio is where everything begins.
    — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of pottery

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“Crystal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crystal. Accessed 2 Nov. 2026.

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