crystallize
verb (used with object)
to form into crystals; cause to assume crystalline form.
crystallized
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past participleof crystallize.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof crystallize.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
Example Sentences
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“This could fill an enormous gap in our knowledge of protein structures that can’t be crystallized or are too small for today’s cryo-EM. And it will be revolutionary for cryo-ET.”
From Science Daily ● Oct. 22, 2026
The study crystallized what kindergarten and elementary school teachers are also seeing: High-quality education that starts earlier gives students a better foundation.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 22, 2026
"There's not a consensus, by any means, that's crystallized in the United States on what, if anything, to do about AI," he said.
From Barron's ● Sep. 17, 2026
My devotion crystallized right there, and it never left.
From Salon ● Sep. 9, 2026
An odor like crystallized ginger, or sweet iced tea with a dark clove floating in it.
From "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison
