crystals

Definition of crystalsnext
plural of crystal

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of crystals Some research groups have tried linking several short crystals in sequence so each crystal handles part of the amplification. Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 6 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crystals
Noun
  • Take a walk back in time surrounded by thousands of years of history, feast your way through the city with plates like cacio e pepe and gelato, and take in the views from atop the Spanish Steps or the terrace of the Capitoline Hill.
    Kristine Hansen, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
  • So when vibration plates started popping up on my Instagram feed, my curiosity immediately perked up.
    Ciara Lucas, SELF, 9 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • The brand also offers its own tableware and glassware, with the SR Home Collection porcelains crafted in Florence with gold and platinum decorations.
    Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 31 Dec. 2025
  • Best of all, these eclectic complements come in all shapes and sizes—from modern designs by contemporary artists and local artisans to collectible porcelains resold by vintage dealers.
    Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 19 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • News gatherers showed up every day at the same time, rather like stray cats conditioned by saucers of milk set out at regular times, and the captain was always there to share some new report.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 27 Jan. 2026
  • Water so moisture seeps from the bottom of the containers into saucers.
    Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Load your top rack with cups, mugs, glasses, stemware, plastic items, large utensils, and small bowls and plates.
    Jessica Elliott, Dallas Morning News, 10 Feb. 2026
  • Korinek is youthful and slender, with delicate wire-frame glasses and a faintly red beard.
    Josh Tyrangiel, The Atlantic, 10 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Millions of professionals power through their workday with copious cups of coffee—but most aren’t dropping by the office Nespresso machine more often than Nestlé CEO Philipp Navratil.
    Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 5 Feb. 2026
  • Always look for silver items, including cups, plates, and vases.
    Gabi De la Rosa, Southern Living, 5 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Keep an eye out for red water goblets for storing candy in.
    Ashley Poskin, Martha Stewart, 1 Feb. 2026
  • Save on vintage-looking wine glasses that look like the show’s go-to goblets and a regal area rug.
    Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 22 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • The collaboration will span four years, with both companies focusing on rapid development in operational settings.
    Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 12 Feb. 2026
  • But Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Carolyn Kuhl, who is overseeing the trial, has instructed them not to search for or view any information related to the case or to change their settings to evaluate claims made during trial.
    CNN.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 11 Feb. 2026

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“Crystals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crystals. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.

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