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Recent Examples of crackly
As the day lengthens, and between moves, a little grease imprints each of my pieces—the residue of crackly griot, pikliz, and tostones.
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Inés Anguiano, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Feb. 2026
The crackly '80s line then disconnects, leaving a lingering sense of urgency.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2025
Even after weeks of drying winds, the crackly leaves worked themselves into every corner and declivity.
—Annie Proulx, New Yorker, 10 Aug. 2025
The crackly bread is a nice comparison point for the tender, juicy meatballs.
—Cesar Hernandez, San Francisco Chronicle, 11 Dec. 2023
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Inés Anguiano, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Feb. 2026
The crackly '80s line then disconnects, leaving a lingering sense of urgency.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2025
Even after weeks of drying winds, the crackly leaves worked themselves into every corner and declivity.
—Annie Proulx, New Yorker, 10 Aug. 2025
The crackly bread is a nice comparison point for the tender, juicy meatballs.
—Cesar Hernandez, San Francisco Chronicle, 11 Dec. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crackly
Adjective
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How To Clean Oven Racks With Dryer Sheets Dryer sheets contain softeners that can help remove crusty grime.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
30 May 2026
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In a community overflowing with crusty weirdos, Kate O’Flynn’s Patricia emerges as the undeniable standout.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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On Feeble Little Horse’s third album—and first without founding member Ryan Walchonski—the Pittsburgh trio uses production tricks left over from Sebastian Kinsler’s time making beats and singer Lydia Slocum’s voice to wind sharp critiques of big tech around crunchy indie rock.—
Sadie Sartini Garner,
Pitchfork,
1 June 2026
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Its edges are ever-so-slightly charred, offering a subtle bitter note to cut through the richness of garlic oil and generous dusting of grated provolone, delivering a sharp, delightful funk to each crunchy bite.—
Carolyn Burt,
Oc Register,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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Sprinkle it in the batter or add flaky sea salt to the top of the brownies after removing them from the oven.—
Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
1 June 2026
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Mornings brought a generous buffet of regional cheeses, handmade sour-cherry and quince jams, and flaky börek pastries.—
Anya von Bremzen,
Travel + Leisure,
31 May 2026
Adjective
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The secret ingredient to achieve the crispiest roasted potatoes is duck fat.—
Lizzy Briskin,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 May 2026
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In Ho Chi Minh City, bánh mì grew out of French colonization — the colonists brought the baguette, and Vietnamese bakers reworked it into something lighter and crispier.—
Lauren Schuster,
Kansas City Star,
12 May 2026
Adjective
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Roman will pair a large field of view with crisp infrared vision to survey deep, vast swaths of sky.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 June 2026
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This Quince 100 Percent Organic Cotton Poplin Long-sleeve Shirt is lightweight yet crisp, ideal for a cool spring day or the hot summer sun’s rays.—
Nneya Richards,
Travel + Leisure,
4 June 2026
Adjective
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The oil nourishes weak and brittle strands, leaving them stronger and more moisturized.—
Jailynn Taylor,
InStyle,
1 June 2026
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Underwatering causes the leaves to look dry and brittle.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
31 May 2026
Adjective
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The mixture should be very crumbly but without any dry spots.—
Rebecca Firkser,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
1 June 2026
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Its loose, crumbly texture also allows roots to spread easily, helping plants establish faster and grow stronger throughout the season.—
Helena Madden,
Martha Stewart,
25 May 2026
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“Crackly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crackly. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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