crispier; crispiest
1
: appealingly crunchy : crisp sense 1b
crispy bacon
2
: crisp sense 3
crispy hair
crispiness
noun
Synonyms
Examples of crispy in a Sentence
Fry the potatoes until they are brown and crispy.
the crispy potato chips snapped satisfyingly in my mouth
Recent Examples on the Web
Bake in preheated oven until bacon is crispy and cheese mixture is beginning to bubble, 16 to 18 minutes.
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Ana Calderone, Peoplemag, 6 Apr. 2024
Some croissant bits were the squishy middle parts, while others were the crispier corners.
—Kimberly Cataudella Tutuska, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2024
One that has crispier chicken and happier astronauts.
—Susan Howson, Quartz, 2 Apr. 2024
This Asparagus and White Bean Salad With Bacon Vinaigrette features earthy white beans, creamy Manchego cheese and smoky bacon in two forms — with crispy bits and rendered fat in the dressing.
—Aaron Hutcherson, Washington Post, 2 Apr. 2024
Chips are great, and dips are nice, but one of the most welcome bites at any game-day spread is a crispy, tender chicken wing bathed in spicy Buffalo sauce.
—Jolene Thym, The Mercury News, 2 Apr. 2024
Alternatively, keep it plant-based and protein-packed by topping your bowl with a crispy, spiced tofu scramble, says Geiger.
—Audrey Bruno, SELF, 1 Apr. 2024
Protein: Add crispy bacon, a fried egg, or mix and match deli meats for a hearty spin.
Herbs: Fresh basil, cilantro, parsley or other herbs can add a bright freshness to the sandwiches.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 30 Mar. 2024
Choose Panko breadcrumbs for the crispiest texture.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Mar. 2024
Ana Calderone, Peoplemag, 6 Apr. 2024
Some croissant bits were the squishy middle parts, while others were the crispier corners.
—Kimberly Cataudella Tutuska, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2024
One that has crispier chicken and happier astronauts.
—Susan Howson, Quartz, 2 Apr. 2024
This Asparagus and White Bean Salad With Bacon Vinaigrette features earthy white beans, creamy Manchego cheese and smoky bacon in two forms — with crispy bits and rendered fat in the dressing.
—Aaron Hutcherson, Washington Post, 2 Apr. 2024
Chips are great, and dips are nice, but one of the most welcome bites at any game-day spread is a crispy, tender chicken wing bathed in spicy Buffalo sauce.
—Jolene Thym, The Mercury News, 2 Apr. 2024
Alternatively, keep it plant-based and protein-packed by topping your bowl with a crispy, spiced tofu scramble, says Geiger.
—Audrey Bruno, SELF, 1 Apr. 2024
Protein: Add crispy bacon, a fried egg, or mix and match deli meats for a hearty spin.
Herbs: Fresh basil, cilantro, parsley or other herbs can add a bright freshness to the sandwiches.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 30 Mar. 2024
Choose Panko breadcrumbs for the crispiest texture.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Mar. 2024
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“Crispy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crispy. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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