1
as in crystal
easily seen through
drank thirstily of the crystal-clear water from the spring
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2
as in obvious
not subject to misinterpretation or more than one interpretation
what could be more crystal-clear than an emphatic "No!"
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Recent Examples of crystal clear
Like sunshine on a cloudy day, this pantry staple magically neutralizes the tannins, creating a crystal clear liquid.
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Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 6 May 2025
Our helicopter restrictions around DCA are crystal clear.
—Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 3 May 2025
That fact was made crystal clear to anyone who cared to inquire about it long ago before Trump was reelected.
—Andy J. Semotiuk, Forbes.com, 6 May 2025
The crystal clear liquid is peach yogurt that’s been clarified in a centrifuge with vodka and finished with a few dashes of absinthe.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 May 2025
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Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 6 May 2025
Our helicopter restrictions around DCA are crystal clear.
—Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 3 May 2025
That fact was made crystal clear to anyone who cared to inquire about it long ago before Trump was reelected.
—Andy J. Semotiuk, Forbes.com, 6 May 2025
The crystal clear liquid is peach yogurt that’s been clarified in a centrifuge with vodka and finished with a few dashes of absinthe.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for crystal clear
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crystal clear
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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
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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
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The lesson is obvious for investors: always consider control systems.—
Jim Osman,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2025
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That was all too obvious within minutes of his final home game of the season coming to an end on Friday night.—
Simon Johnson,
New York Times,
17 May 2025
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No matter how meticulous evidence is gathered, its value can diminish without transparent, comprehensive reporting.—
Beth Worthy,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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There is a critical opportunity for brands to lead the charge in redefining value—not by focusing on price tags, but by investing in ethical production, sustainable materials and transparent supply chains.—
Lauren Parker,
Sourcing Journal,
12 May 2025
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Toxic takeover completed a few months before, the Glazer brothers — Joel, Avie and Bryan — were attending their first match at Old Trafford as owners of Manchester United and a new way of thinking was evident.—
Laurie Whitwell,
New York Times,
11 May 2025
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Acidity dominants, as with many 2024 Bordeaux wines, but complexity is evident in this light juice with fine flavors of young red fruit.—
Tom Mullen,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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This kind of partnership, Nye said, helped the office clear a backlog of over 1,000 such tips from before Labrador took office.—
Sarah Cutler,
Idaho Statesman,
11 May 2025
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The Constitution is perfectly clear: no present 'of any kind whatever' from a foreign state without Congressional permission.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 May 2025
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Perhaps more than any other genre, the evolution of punk rock (both in Los Angeles and around the world) is never more apparent than in the age range of bands at music festivals.—
Josh Chesler,
Los Angeles Times,
21 May 2025
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That license is currently set to expire on May 27, but sources indicate it may now be extended by 60 days — an apparent diplomatic concession aimed at easing tensions and fostering future cooperation.—
Antonio Maria Delgado,
Miami Herald,
21 May 2025
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On top of this, there is the most liquid and largest MSTR options market, and other vehicles for channeling capital from TradFi into Bitcoin, such as STRK, STRF, and convertible notes.—
Georgii Verbitskii,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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At-home cryotherapy, while still very cold, is much milder than the liquid nitrogen used at the doctor’s office.—
Catharine Malzahn,
Glamour,
15 May 2025
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Beyond the physical abuse, Cassie endured a steady drumbeat of insidious threats that sent an unmistakable message: the violence could escalate at any moment.—
Lauren Hersh,
New York Daily News,
21 May 2025
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The unmistakable message: in Welch’s House of Representatives, Democratic moderates who think for themselves and question their own party’s orthodoxies are unwelcome.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
19 May 2025
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“Crystal clear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crystal%20clear. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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