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Crystallize (Verb)

Cause to form crystals or assume crystalline form; "crystallize minerals".

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

The slow cooling of the magma allowed the minerals to crystallize over time.
As water is removed from the solution, it starts to crystallize.
Geologists extracted samples of water to see if minerals would crystallize in the laboratory.
The chemicals in the rock began to crystallize as the temperature dropped.
Years of evaporation caused the dissolved substances to crystallize at the surface of the salt lake.

Cause to take on a definite and clear shape; "He tried to crystallize his thoughts".

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

Her experiences finally helped her to crystallize her ideas and turn them into a successful business venture.
The professor's explanations helped students crystallize their understanding of the complex scientific concept.
She spent years reading and studying before an idea began to crystallize into something she could act upon.
It took him a while to crystallize the main point he was trying to convey in his presentation.
After much contemplation, her vision for the future began to crystallize, giving her a clear direction.

Make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear; "Could you clarify these remarks?"; "Clear up the question of who is at fault".

Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.

The report helped crystallize the complex data into easy-to-understand statistics that made sense to everyone involved.
As the CEO spoke, her words began to crystallize the company's mission and vision for the employees.
Further research is needed to crystallize the theory and provide conclusive evidence of its accuracy.
Her lecture helped to crystallize the vague ideas that had been swirling in my mind for weeks.
The panel discussion served to crystallize the key issues at the heart of the controversy and provide a deeper understanding.