crystal ball

noun

: a sphere especially of quartz crystal traditionally used by fortune tellers

: a means or method of predicting future events

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To up their sorcery skills, this kit contains activities that teach them tricks using chemical reactions, such as making ordinary powders mystically foam and change color, creating test tube crystal balls, and more. —

Cheryl Fenton, Parents, 5 Dec. 2024 This limited edition set also comes with art cards, a crystal ball etched with the movie’s name, and an M.C. Escher-esque wooden stand for said ball. —

Ollie Barder, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024 Veep creator Armando Iannucci July 21: The show’s creator, Armando Iannucci, was the first to here to clarify: There was no crystal ball. —

Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 20 Aug. 2024 Alex Karp and Palantir’s polarizing reputation The software company, which is named after a crystal ball in The Lord of the Rings, has faced criticism for its dark usages while working with the U.S. military. —

Chloe Berger, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for crystal ball