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Recent Examples of crackly
This recipe takes a cue from Eric Kim’s crispy tofu nuggets, using potato starch to create a crackly exterior.
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The New York Times News Service Syndicate, Denver Post, 16 July 2025
Beating the eggs and the sugar together creates that crackly top.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 24 June 2025
Orange Bitters and the crackly zip of a pink peppercorn rim.
—Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 June 2025
Just down the hill, B. Patisserie is a must for kouign-amann, those crackly, caramelized Breton pastries that made pastry chef Belinda Leong a citywide legend.
—David Hochman, Forbes.com, 18 May 2025
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The New York Times News Service Syndicate, Denver Post, 16 July 2025
Beating the eggs and the sugar together creates that crackly top.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 24 June 2025
Orange Bitters and the crackly zip of a pink peppercorn rim.
—Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 June 2025
Just down the hill, B. Patisserie is a must for kouign-amann, those crackly, caramelized Breton pastries that made pastry chef Belinda Leong a citywide legend.
—David Hochman, Forbes.com, 18 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crackly
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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,
18 Oct. 2025
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And then a few Tech fans come along this weekend with their old, crusty roller brush and slung it all over the place, Jackson Pollock-style, only this isn’t a work of art.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Try sprouted seeds lightly roasted with a sprinkle of sea salt for a nutrient-dense, crunchy snack.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
14 Oct. 2025
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They’re filled with gooey peanut butter chips, chocolate chips, and crunchy walnuts, mixed together in a deliciously chewy oat batter.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Smear over crostini and finish with balsamic, olive oil, and flaky salt.—
Katlyn Moncada,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Oct. 2025
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There is nothing better on a chilly evening than creamy chicken and vegetables encased in a buttery, extra flaky crust.—
Nellah Bailey McGough,
Southern Living,
13 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Twin Peaks $2 tacos Guests can order $2 crispy tacos all day on Oct. 7.—
Cheryl V. Jackson,
IndyStar,
7 Oct. 2025
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On National Taco Day, dine-in customers can add a crispy beef or chicken taco to their entrée for just $1.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
6 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Vandal Palma, takes an international approach to its menu, resulting in creative mixtures like a ceviche in a crisp, edible cone with coconut foam inspired by Thai and Peruvian flavors (€7).—
Emilio Parra Doiztua,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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Spicy chili crisp, umami miso and vodka combined with funky pecorino romano combine to create something far greater than any of the individual parts.—
Jess Fleming,
Twin Cities,
16 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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For instance, these materials are brittle at room temperature, rapidly oxidize, and fail between 600°C (1112°F) to 700°C (1292°F) when exposed to oxygen.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Oct. 2025
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More seriously, the edges were damaged and brittle, and loss of letters at the beginning and end of lines continued long after the date of the fire itself.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Baking the cake unmixed creates a deliciously gooey cake that is crumbly and buttery on top.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
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Unlike the crumbly texture of an Oreo (from which the Exploremores take clear inspiration), the first bite delivered a pleasingly soft and slightly chewy texture, along with a subtle hint of marshmallow.—
Brock Keeling,
Oc Register,
30 Sep. 2025
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