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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
The crystal shifter and twist knob ignition are also nice touches. — Jonathan Granoff, Newsweek, 29 Jan. 2025 The options on the test SUV are: the crystal metallic paint for $595, the trailer hitch and wiring harness for $615, the wheel locks for $75, the premium carpet set for $350, and the destination set for $625. — Tony Leopardo, The Mercury News, 19 Jan. 2025
Noun
There are materials to cultivate micro-algae as a potential food source; the tools needed to test how microorganisms affect different surfaces inside the orbiting lab; and the equipment to create advanced semiconductor crystals. — Robert Z. Pearlman, Space.com, 1 Mar. 2025 While her hairstyle was relaxed and lived in, Henson’s stiletto nails were dressed up with Swarovski crystal glass by nail artist Temeka Jackson. — India Espy-Jones, Essence, 28 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for crystal
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crystal
  1. transparent
  2. glassware
  3. liquid
  4. porcelain
  5. clear
  6. china
  7. crystalline
  8. pottery
Adjective
  • There are efforts underway in some countries that would implement stringent regulations that force companies like Google to make their tools more transparent.
    — Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 14 Mar. 2025
  • The lawsuit, filed by members of the church in October 2024, stems from allegations that Gateway was not transparent with its finances and misrepresented how donations were spent despite generating $100 million in revenue in the past, according to The Christian Post.
    — Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Mar. 2025
Definition of transparent
Noun
  • La Riccia Pinch Decanter La Riccia Pinch Decanter $275 Il Buco Vita There’s a charming rough-hewn and organic quality to Il Buco Vita’s handblown glassware.
    — Wilder Davies, Bon Appétit, 7 Mar. 2025
  • Crofton Glassware Set Each glassware set includes four glasses, one of each color: pink, blue, orange, and green.
    — Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2025
Definition of glassware
Adjective
  • That means the foursome are also not within the habitable zone of the star, or just the right distance from the star where liquid water can stably exist on the surface of the planet.
    — Ashley Strickland, CNN, 17 Mar. 2025
  • With a blend of liquid exfoliants, this primer helps control excess oil in your T zone (which, when left unchecked, amplifies the appearance of pores).
    — Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 17 Mar. 2025
Definition of liquid
Noun
  • The Pixel 9 is available in four colors, peony, wintergreen, porcelain and obsidian.
    — David Phelan, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
  • Non-Porous Surfaces Plastic, white porcelain, and glass aren't the only non-porous surfaces that can handle bleach.
    — Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2025
Definition of porcelain
Adjective
  • With the data collected over the years, researchers were able to develop a clearer picture of the sharks’ movements and behavior patterns in the area.
    — Melissa Cristina Márquez, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
  • When playing indoors, clear glasses with anti-reflective coating are recommended.
    — Walter Villa, Miami Herald, 23 Mar. 2025
Definition of clear
Noun
  • Her Wall of Barely Used China Plates There’s fine china for eating, pulled out for special occasions and holidays, and then there’s fine china for the kitchen and dining room walls.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 25 Jan. 2025
  • The bath towels were packed in a sturdy box with packaging paper like Grandma’s fine china.
    — Ticked Off, Orlando Sentinel, 22 Jan. 2025
Definition of china
Adjective
  • Just a few hours on a plane from the continental U.S. and visitors can lounge on white sand beaches and swim in the crystalline waters of another country.
    — Michael Loria, USA TODAY, 13 Mar. 2025
  • The hormone estrogen, levels of which surge at puberty and decline in perimenopause, was first identified, in guinea pigs, in 1917; its crystalline form was isolated in 1929, by Edward A. Doisy, the chair of the Department of Biochemistry at St. Louis University’s School of Medicine.
    — Rebecca Mead, The New Yorker, 3 Mar. 2025
Definition of crystalline
Noun
  • Alongside these household items, the virtual museum showcases stone tools and pottery from Native American campsites.
    — Ella Jeffries, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Uptown Art Expo: Featuring more than 140 artists with displays of glass, jewelry, mosaics, paintings, photography, pottery, sculpture and more all available for purchase.
    — Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2025
Definition of pottery

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