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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
In 2025, Hublot worked with Arsham on a watch called the Hublot MP-17 MECA-10 Arsham Splash Titanium Sapphire retailing for £57,000 ($77,260) using various materials such as sapphire crystal, titanium, and rubber. — Hikmat Mohammed, ARTnews.com, 9 Sep. 2026 As well, her Darlene De Sedle 22k gold and opal diamond ring and matching crystal opal bracelet from the suite once owned by Elizabeth Taylor and gifted to her by her husband. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 8 Sep. 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
  • As polls show the public increasingly favoring guardrails for AI safety — and opposing data center buildouts — the White House is likely to face still more calls for an explanation of why a more transparent framework is not possible.
    — Ashley Gold, semafor.com, 9 Sep. 2026
  • For clients managing multi-market finances, Premier is designed to make day-to-day money movement simpler and more transparent.
    — Carson Brunson, CNBC, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of transparent
Noun
  • Meanwhile, Op de Beeck slips everyday Belgian objects and historical motifs — Duvel beer bottles, supermarket glassware, waffles and typical Flemish still-life arrangements — into his immersive installations, sculptures and films.
    — Miles Socha, Footwear News, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Alongside producing glassware and private commissions, the studio hosts occasional workshops in glass engraving and open houses.
    — Clare Coulson, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of glassware
Adjective
  • Mourinho’s aim to get closer to his players has been especially clear with the team’s biggest names.
    — Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Congress has bipartisan bills in the works aimed at setting clearer federal consumer protections, including age verification.
    — Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 7 Sep. 2026
Definition of clear
Noun
  • Gayle Conran Each of the ryokans served set meals, kaiseki-style, elaborately arranged, with an array of 12 or more small lacquer and porcelain dishes.
    — Everett Potter, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
  • In September 2025, thieves snatched three porcelain works worth millions of dollars and classed as national treasures in a heist at the Adrien Dubouche National Museum in Limoges in central France.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of porcelain
Adjective
  • The researchers emphasized its relevance for aerospace systems utilizing liquid oxygen, where efficient proton transport can significantly influence overall fuel-cell performance.
    — Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Those regulations for liquids in carry-ons stem from 2006, when British officials foiled a plot to bring liquid explosives on flights.
    — Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 11 Sep. 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
  • Another image showed clear plastic bags containing a crystalline substance authorities identified as methamphetamine.
    — Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 6 Sep. 2026
  • Annealing could potentially restore crystalline order in an irradiated material.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of crystalline
Noun
  • Each item still required the slow, technical process behind handmade pottery.
    — Pat Mueller, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2026
  • At a sound bath, Pilates social, pottery class or other activity, someone can still enjoy the evening even when there’s no chemistry.
    — Ashley Lynch, Sacbee.com, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of pottery

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