as in transparent
easily seen through
an unspoiled region with majestic mountains and crystal streams
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Recent Examples of crystal
Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 27 Aug. 2025
Under a crystal chandelier in a high-ceilinged anteroom in Paris, the moderator of Intelligence Rising is reprimanding his players.
—Billy Perrigo, Time, 27 Aug. 2025
Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Oct. 2025
The bottle contained a handful of pills along with a crystal-like substance.
—Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 29 Oct. 2025
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Adjective
Even the transition between floors is theatrical, with a crystal elevator that offers shifting vistas of the bay.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 27 Aug. 2025
Under a crystal chandelier in a high-ceilinged anteroom in Paris, the moderator of Intelligence Rising is reprimanding his players.
—Billy Perrigo, Time, 27 Aug. 2025
Noun
The glasses are each handblown from lead-free crystal by artisan glassblowers, who Glasvin partners with directly.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Oct. 2025
The bottle contained a handful of pills along with a crystal-like substance.
—Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 29 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crystal
Adjective
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Lee made a video about the clear-shoe trend, adopted by the likes of Simone Rocha and Loewe for spring 2026; Loewe layered socks of different colors with transparent kitten heels.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
31 Oct. 2025
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As some contract employers attempted to be as transparent as possible, NASA's communication efforts with its own workforce shrank over the course of the year.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
31 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Viewers got to see the princess take host Andrew Marr inside the miniature property, which was fully furnished and complete with furniture, crockery and glassware and a fridge from the 1930s.—
Lianne Kolirin,
CNN Money,
24 Oct. 2025
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Serve the liqueur in stylish glassware, layer it over ice for a visual effect, and add a garnish, maybe a dusting of cocoa, a cinnamon stick, or a caramel drizzle.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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However, Mamdani is still a clear frontrunner heading into Election Day, and maintained a two-digit lead in other polls taken just days earlier.—
Connor Greene,
Time,
4 Nov. 2025
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The assertions came despite a lack of clear scientific evidence, and Kenvue has called them simply false.—
NPR,
NPR,
4 Nov. 2025
Noun
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They’re made of porcelain and feature a bold red plaid pattern with yellow, white, green, and navy stripes that stand out against the crisp white interior.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
4 Nov. 2025
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While in the United States, the price for porcelain veneers is typically in the range of $900 - $2,500 per tooth, major Turkish clinics typically do the same treatment for $220 to $440.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
3 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Dip the apple into the liquid candy and rotate it to coat evenly.—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
4 Nov. 2025
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Before using fabric softener, always check the care label and, in general, avoid the use of liquid fabric softener and dryer sheets when laundering flame resistant children's sleepwear, workout gear, and towels.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The gold rims on Grandma's china could get ruined by a scrub brush.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
29 Oct. 2025
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Kitschy Collectibles There’s no china or silver making its way down my family tree.—
Editors of Bon Appétit,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
21 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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For swimmers, the sheltered, crystalline bay can feel like a natural pool.—
Carla Vianna,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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The crystalline knowledge runs deep.—
Angie Martoccio,
Rolling Stone,
23 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Though pottery remains a core focus area, the brand has continually expanded its products over the years to include glassware, table linens, home goods, and enamelware.—
Alaina Chou,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
29 Oct. 2025
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This is the place to shop for vintage and antique home decorations, clothing, furniture, jewelry, art, pottery, books, and collectibles.—
Hema Sivanandam,
Mercury News,
27 Oct. 2025
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“Crystal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crystal. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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