crystallize
Americanverb (used with object)
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to form into crystals; cause to assume crystalline form.
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to give definite or concrete form to.
to crystallize an idea.
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to coat with sugar.
verb (used without object)
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to form crystals; become crystalline in form.
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to assume definite or concrete form.
verb
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to form or cause to form crystals; assume or cause to assume a crystalline form or structure
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to coat or become coated with sugar
crystallized fruit
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to give a definite form or expression to (an idea, argument, etc) or (of an idea, argument, etc) to assume a recognizable or definite form
Other Word Forms
- crystallizability noun
- crystallizable adjective
- crystallization noun
- crystallizer noun
- noncrystallizable adjective
- noncrystallized adjective
- noncrystallizing adjective
- uncrystallizable adjective
- uncrystallized adjective
Etymology
Origin of crystallize
Example Sentences
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“When things crystallize like this, it brings out the pitchforks and the torches,” said Marc Cenedella, CEO of the jobs platform Ladders.
It was crystallized even more because iconic former Lakers coach Pat Riley sat courtside after a celebration for the unveiling of his statue on the Star Plaza outside Crypto.com Arena.
From Los Angeles Times
“Today’s announcement creates a compelling opportunity that provides certainty and immediate returns for our shareholders, enabling them to crystallize the significant value generated during our strategic review,” IHS Chief Executive Officer Sam Darwish said.
His reputation has been crystallized through public views he’s expressed ever since.
From MarketWatch
Then this past week, when Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi called a snap election with a promise to cut taxes, she crystallized fears that Japan’s already massive debt will become unsustainable.
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