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also crystalize
as in to form
to take on a definite form
after months of planning, the project is finally starting to crystallize
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Recent Examples of crystallize
Winant crystallizes this idea of crossing a indescribable threshold through her discussion and analysis of masochism, an intrinsic component of athletic practice that intertwines physical pleasure with pain.
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Jessica Simmons-Reid, Artforum, 1 June 2025
How does the threat of going to prison for life crystallize everything that’s important?
—Max Gao, HollywoodReporter, 30 May 2025
By the time the pandemic began to subside, that nascent publicity ecosystem had crystallized into something foundational; just a few years later, there’s an expectation that even presidential candidates should pay patronage to these new outposts.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 27 May 2025
There are a whole lot of YouTube comments crystallizing the phrase, however, just as Fielder predicted (and intended).
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 28 May 2025
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Jessica Simmons-Reid, Artforum, 1 June 2025
How does the threat of going to prison for life crystallize everything that’s important?
—Max Gao, HollywoodReporter, 30 May 2025
By the time the pandemic began to subside, that nascent publicity ecosystem had crystallized into something foundational; just a few years later, there’s an expectation that even presidential candidates should pay patronage to these new outposts.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 27 May 2025
There are a whole lot of YouTube comments crystallizing the phrase, however, just as Fielder predicted (and intended).
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 28 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crystallize
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Mow new sod too soon and any roots that are forming are likely to be damaged as the new sod shifts under the weight and motion of your mower.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 June 2025
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Social media algorithms have amplified the reach of these spaces, making exposure to extreme ideological content more frequent and forming a part of young men's digital environments.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 June 2025
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The Cardinals got Fedde, who has helped solidify their rotation with a 3.62 ERA in 32 starts since.—
Chuck Murr,
Forbes.com,
9 June 2025
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That solidified a second consecutive winning week for the benchmark index, which has rallied back from a slump two months ago to come within striking distance of its record high.—
Damian J. Troise,
Los Angeles Times,
6 June 2025
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“Crystallize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crystallize. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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