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as in to crumple
to create (as by crushing) an irregular mass of creases in
crinkled the candy wrapper up and threw it away
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Recent Examples of crinkle
Andre James, Charlotte Observer, 23 Mar. 2026
Large cheeseburger combo with crinkle fries or tots and a drink for about $10.
—Ella Gonzales
march 3, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Mar. 2026
Meg Walters, InStyle, 31 Jan. 2026
As a result, the new foliage may look crinkled or stunted, with the aphids usually plainly visible around the stem.
—Jon Vanzile, The Spruce, 30 Jan. 2026
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Noun
As the last part of its name implied, the flounder was golden brown and piled up, hiding a bed of crinkle cut french fries, which was hiding a puddle of creamy coleslaw.
—Andre James, Charlotte Observer, 23 Mar. 2026
Large cheeseburger combo with crinkle fries or tots and a drink for about $10.
—Ella Gonzales
march 3, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Mar. 2026
Verb
Also at the premiere was Charli XCX, who went pantsless in a gray corset and tights, and Kylie Jenner, who wore an ab-baring sculptural crinkled top and a low-rise long skirt.
—Meg Walters, InStyle, 31 Jan. 2026
As a result, the new foliage may look crinkled or stunted, with the aphids usually plainly visible around the stem.
—Jon Vanzile, The Spruce, 30 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crinkle
Noun
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Young olive trees have smooth, gray bark, while the bark develops interesting furrows as the plant ages.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
22 Apr. 2026
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Each year without the dead only deepens the furrow of their absence.—
Sasha Geffen,
Pitchfork,
10 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Not a leaf rustling toward autumn.—
Ellen Bass,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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End your drive with a stay at Chinati Hot Springs, and soak in the steaming springwater beneath rustling cottonwoods and the glittering expanse of Texas stars.—
Eva Frederick,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Midway through the second period, Dorofeyev blocked a slap shot off the inside of his knee and crumpled to the ice in pain.—
Eric Stephens,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
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Nearby, a different video shows her pink jacket crumpled on the sidewalk and a green purse.—
Sharon Bernstein,
Sacbee.com,
12 May 2026
Verb
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Depending on the variety, hosta leaves can be tiny, huge, cupped, or wrinkled and sport purple or white blooms.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
15 May 2026
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Even if your flight is only a quick duration, no one wants to look sloppy, wrinkled, or feel uncomfortable.—
Michelle Baricevic,
Travel + Leisure,
9 May 2026
Noun
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Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut each square into thirds along creases in pastry.—
Shelly Westerhausen Worcel,
Midwest Living,
15 May 2026
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After all, nothing puts a damper on a travel outfit quicker than creases from being stuffed inside luggage.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
14 May 2026
Verb
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A lot of things are falling apart and crackling inside of her.—
William Earl,
Variety,
17 May 2026
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Jamie reading The Hobbit to the kids around a crackling fire.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
Verb
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As the players headed to their benches and the officials took their customary walks to the scorer’s table for the time out, Atkinson scrunched his face, stuck out his hands, and mockingly clapped toward Blair — who ignored the obvious taunt.—
Joe Vardon,
New York Times,
11 May 2026
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In the meantime, Atomi encourages people to try the supine core and toe-scrunching exercises at home.—
Lindsey Leake,
NBC news,
29 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The Pistons also squeaked by the Cavaliers to take their own 2-0 series lead.—
Chris Branch,
New York Times,
8 May 2026
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The bird appears to enjoy the flight and can be heard squeaking from inside the cabin.—
Christopher Edwards,
PEOPLE,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Crinkle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crinkle. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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