CRACKLY Synonyms: 25 Similar and Opposite Words

crackly

adjective

Definition of crackly

as in crusty

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Recent Examples of crackly The patties remain juicy even when smashed flat, with edges trimmed in crackly char. — Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 6 May 2026 Then earthy-rich flavors were colliding with sharp ones, and the ping of dark caramel sweetness had offset the crackly meat. — Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 28 Mar. 2026 As gentle electronica played over a crackly speaker, the women laughed and chatted, eventually doing as asked. — Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2026 As the day lengthens, and between moves, a little grease imprints each of my pieces—the residue of crackly griot, pikliz, and tostones. — Inés Anguiano, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for crackly

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Adjective

Use hot, soapy water and a sponge to remove all crusty sugar from inside the dispenser’s body.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 3 Aug. 2026
The desserts are divine, especially the fluffy floating island, the perfect profiteroles, the crusty crème brûlée and the Trou Normand, a yummy apple sorbet slathered in Calvados.

— Steve Forbes, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026

Definition of crusty

Adjective

For Yard Act, who growled onto the world stage with a crunchy aggressive post-punk sound, slowing down (as much as workaholic rockstars can) brought them to a lighter sound.

— E.R. Pulgar, SPIN, 4 Aug. 2026
Chicken and Cucumber Rice Bowls with crunchy vegetables and fluffy rice.

— Alyse Whitney, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of crunchy

Adjective

Slightly dressier than classic blue jeans or crisp white denim, dark-wash styles can transition from work to a night out with ease.

— Alesandra Dubin, Glamour, 31 July 2026
Must-order side dishes include authentic, crisp and skinny French fries, redolent of truffle, and giant slices of roasted Brussels sprouts.

— Connie Ogle July 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026

Definition of crisp

Adjective

Low energy, fatigue, dizziness, lightheadedness, headaches, fainting, brittle or thin nails, hair loss, cravings to chew ice and restless legs syndrome are a few signs, according to Thomas.

— Amy McGorry, FOXNews.com, 1 Aug. 2026
As the years go by, the hair shaft tends to thin out, resulting in strands that are more fragile, dull, and brittle.

— Laura Scafati, Vanity Fair, 31 July 2026

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crack (on)

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