as in transparent
easily seen through
an unspoiled region with majestic mountains and crystal streams
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Recent Examples of crystal
Rachel McRady, People.com, 6 May 2025
This scenic gorge captivates in winter, when water rushing over the vertical cliff walls freezes into a silent, crystal cathedral of blue-and-white icicles.
—Lisa Kadane, AFAR Media, 1 Apr. 2025
Bailey Richards, People.com, 12 May 2025
Cyrus released the single alongside a black-and-white video that sways from footage of the singer dripping in crystals to wearing a long, classic dress and toward the end, wearing a somber black coat with sheer fabric covering her face.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 9 May 2025
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Adjective
For fashion's biggest night, Megan went for classic glamour in a custom Michael Kors Collection optic white lace goddess gown with crystal hand embroidery and an optic white faux fox opera coat with a sequin lining.
—Rachel McRady, People.com, 6 May 2025
This scenic gorge captivates in winter, when water rushing over the vertical cliff walls freezes into a silent, crystal cathedral of blue-and-white icicles.
—Lisa Kadane, AFAR Media, 1 Apr. 2025
Noun
The show-stopping set featured a pair of high-waisted bottoms and bra top, both bedazzled with crystals of all colors, shapes and sizes, and dripping with even more sparkling chains and gem-like details.
—Bailey Richards, People.com, 12 May 2025
Cyrus released the single alongside a black-and-white video that sways from footage of the singer dripping in crystals to wearing a long, classic dress and toward the end, wearing a somber black coat with sheer fabric covering her face.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 9 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crystal
Adjective
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Additionally, transparent data systems tracking outcomes—such as income, employment, and attainment by race and parental education—are essential to drive reform.—
Leadership Brainery,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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Soliman appeared in court behind a transparent parition where he was asked to shake his head or nod in response to questions.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
6 June 2025
Noun
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The acid in vinegar dissolves mineral deposits and provides a streak-free shine on glassware and plates.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 June 2025
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Bartenders here don’t dilute their cocktails prior to pouring, dry shaking instead to incorporate cocktails before pouring into frozen glassware and topping with soft, pillowy ice mounds.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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Now, however, Trump holds roughly $900 million of liquid assets, about half of which come from crypto ventures.—
Dan Alexander,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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While a liquid carton is a race to use up before the expiration date, buttermilk powder is more forgiving.—
Nina Moskowitz,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
3 June 2025
Noun
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This itinerary included a visit to a renowned maker of luxury linen, the oldest library in the country, an historic producer of porcelain and the city of Guimarães - the birthplace of Portugal – along with an excursion on the Douro River.—
Shivani Vora,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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Offering everything from custom porcelain veneers to All-on-4 implants and Invisalign, Dr. Bri’s practice is a haven for those seeking not just oral health, but total smile transformation.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
5 June 2025
Adjective
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Confusion The back-and-forth on updating the disaster plan and a lack of clear strategic guidance have created confusion for FEMA staff, said one source.—
Leah Douglas,
USA Today,
4 June 2025
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Taxpayers and their representatives often have no clear way to know when the two-year period begins.—
Sakinah Tillman,
Baltimore Sun,
4 June 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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But this viewer walked away after a few episodes with a crystalline sense of who the Pauls were.—
Daniel D'Addario,
Variety,
1 June 2025
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Scientists previously believed that Europa’s surface was entirely covered by a thin layer of amorphous ice, and that below this was crystalline ice (the form that most ice on Earth takes).—
Jack Knudson,
Discover Magazine,
29 May 2025
Noun
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Pictures show multiple figurines with human face shapes, along with scattered artifacts, including jugs and pottery fragments.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
23 May 2025
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From an exploding pottery shed to eco-yurts on a beach resort that Lomofsky and her team constructed truly out of nothing but a mud field, the production designer had a lot of logistics to manage in her builds.—
Sarah Shachat,
IndieWire,
20 May 2025
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“Crystal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crystal. Accessed 13 Jun. 2025.
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