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crunchier; crunchiest
Synonyms of crunchynext
: making a crunching sound when chewed or pressed
crunchy lettuce
crunchily adverb
crunchiness noun

Examples of crunchy in a Sentence

These cookies are very crunchy.
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Pairing protein with fiber-rich ingredients—like pistachios and crunchy veggies—helps keep her full and supports regularity. Cheyenne Buckingham, SELF, 9 Dec. 2025 Even so, baby carrots make a nutritious, crunchy, low-calorie bedtime snack. Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 8 Dec. 2025 The simple three-ingredient combo made the perfect blend of herby, cheesy, savory, sweet, creamy, and crunchy. Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2025 Since the process calls for spritzing the rolls with water before their shift in the oven, the rolls come out of the oven rocking a showy, irresistible crunchy, and glossy coating. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for crunchy

Word History

First Known Use

1913, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of crunchy was in 1913

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“Crunchy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crunchy. Accessed 10 Dec. 2025.

Kids Definition

crunchy

adjective
crunchier; crunchiest
: making a crunching sound (as when bitten or chewed)

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