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as in crystal
easily seen through
drank thirstily of the crystal-clear water from the spring
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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
Delivering crystal clear color, incredible sound, and plenty of storage space to download movies for long-haul flights, the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ 11-inch Tablet is another excellent long weekend deal at 32 percent off.
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Becca Blond, Travel + Leisure, 18 Jan. 2025
But the real pièce de résistance is the gravy cascading over a mound of mashed potatoes, thick and glistening and, it must be said, crystal clear.
—The New York Times, New York Times, 18 Jan. 2025
The paddleboard breakfast in crystal clear turquoise waters makes for the ultimate Instagram food photo.
—Caitlin Palumbo, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
The water can be crystal clear – always a surprise to outsiders who think of the Everglades as a dark, muddy swamp.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 11 Jan. 2025
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Becca Blond, Travel + Leisure, 18 Jan. 2025
But the real pièce de résistance is the gravy cascading over a mound of mashed potatoes, thick and glistening and, it must be said, crystal clear.
—The New York Times, New York Times, 18 Jan. 2025
The paddleboard breakfast in crystal clear turquoise waters makes for the ultimate Instagram food photo.
—Caitlin Palumbo, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
The water can be crystal clear – always a surprise to outsiders who think of the Everglades as a dark, muddy swamp.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 11 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crystal clear
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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
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The crystal New Year’s Eve Ball, meanwhile, was introduced in 1999 to welcome the new millennium.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA TODAY,
31 Dec. 2024
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But just as the rise of AI will be obvious in the ads, the challenges facing the entertainment business will also be reflected.—
Alex Weprin,
The Hollywood Reporter,
29 Jan. 2025
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Viewing it now, the movie’s influence and prescience are more obvious than ever.—
Jim Hemphill,
IndieWire,
28 Jan. 2025
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The conversation around money is undergoing a radical transformation, with many now demanding more transparent discussions about finances, recognizing that economic wellness is intrinsically linked to mental and physical health.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
24 Jan. 2025
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This combination of financial advantages and a transparent, investor-friendly system makes the UAE’s Golden Visa program particularly attractive.—
Arash Jalili,
Forbes,
24 Jan. 2025
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This camaraderie was evident watching the National Championships last weekend when Amber Glenn, who went on to win her second national championship, wished another skater good luck as that skater prepared to compete.—
Sarah Hughes,
TIME,
4 Feb. 2025
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The painting features robust, muscular figures in the style of Michelangelo and references the Klan, Nazism, torture, communism, and the Inquisition, evident in such forms as a swastika, hooded figures, a cross, and a hammer and sickle.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
3 Feb. 2025
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At one point, Eagles star running back Saquon Barkley ended up with a Nickelodeon blimp for reasons that were not clear thanks to the din in the room.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN,
4 Feb. 2025
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Details about the vulnerabilities that were exploited aren't clear.—
Dan Goodin,
Ars Technica,
4 Feb. 2025
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An unexpected blockbuster trade in the NBA involving five-time all star Luka Dončić and former NBA Finals champion Anthony Davis has sparked surprised reactions in players across the league — including Dončić's apparent new teammate LeBron James, per reports and plenty of in-game footage.—
Brenton Blanchet,
People.com,
2 Feb. 2025
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In 1994, the applied mathematician Peter Shor was inspired by a recent oracle result to develop a fast quantum algorithm for factoring large numbers—a task whose apparent difficulty underlies the cryptographic systems that keep our online data secure.—
Ben Brubaker,
WIRED,
2 Feb. 2025
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In the kitchen, the chefs are seen pouring liquid nitrogen, tying dumplings and setting food aflame.—
Sabrina Weiss,
People.com,
28 Jan. 2025
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Bicoastal makeup artist Amrita Mehta counts this liquid shadow among her favorites for its dependability.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
28 Jan. 2025
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Jupiter and moons Then there's Jupiter — unmistakable with its silvery-white brilliance, though only one-tenth as bright as Venus.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
1 Feb. 2025
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The near silences are fulsome: A light wind rustles a pine tree, and corn husks make that unmistakable scratching sound.—
Lisa Kennedy,
Variety,
1 Feb. 2025
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“Crystal clear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crystal%20clear. Accessed 8 Feb. 2025.
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