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(verb) cause to take on a definite and clear shape; "He tried to crystallize his thoughts" |
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Related Words: form, shape |
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(verb) assume crystalline form; become crystallized |
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Synonyms: crystalize, effloresce |
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Related Words: devitrify, solidify |
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(verb) cause to form crystals or assume crystalline form; "crystallize minerals" |
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Related Words: change integrity |
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(verb) make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear: "Could you clarify these remarks?"; "Clear up the question of who is at fault" |
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Synonyms: clarify, clear, clear up, elucidate, enlighten, illuminate, shed light on, sort out, straighten out |
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Related Words: construe, interpret |
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