as in crevices
an irregular usually narrow break in a surface created by pressure
one climbing shoe got wedged into a cranny on the face of the cliff
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Recent Examples of crannies
Burke’s in-the-round staging makes use of many nooks and crannies in the intimate venue; for example, Bunny’s bed and the Old Woman’s rocking chair are tucked into gaps between the rows of seats.
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Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2026
Getting into the nooks and crannies is the only way to completely eliminate them for good—this is where shaving cream comes in.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2026
There’s fountains, small areas to climb, and concealed nooks and crannies.
—Jenny Hughes, The Spruce, 9 Apr. 2026
What truly sets it apart is the Corner Rover Arm, a unique extendable side brush that reaches into the nooks and crannies where pet hair typically hides.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 9 Apr. 2026
Water flossers blast away plaque from teeth, including between nooks and crannies that are hard to reach with regular floss and picks.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 5 Apr. 2026
But the nooks and crannies of my apartment aren’t the only thing calling for a reset—my shoe collection is, too.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 4 Apr. 2026
For one thing, the cake sticks to that two-piece mold, full of nooks and crannies, when it’s not prepped correctly.
—Lisa Gutierrez
april 3, Kansas City Star, 3 Apr. 2026
For furniture and home decor with nooks and crannies, invest in a dusting brush that can reach the crevices.
—Sunshine Flint, Architectural Digest, 2 Apr. 2026
Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2026
Getting into the nooks and crannies is the only way to completely eliminate them for good—this is where shaving cream comes in.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2026
There’s fountains, small areas to climb, and concealed nooks and crannies.
—Jenny Hughes, The Spruce, 9 Apr. 2026
What truly sets it apart is the Corner Rover Arm, a unique extendable side brush that reaches into the nooks and crannies where pet hair typically hides.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 9 Apr. 2026
Water flossers blast away plaque from teeth, including between nooks and crannies that are hard to reach with regular floss and picks.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 5 Apr. 2026
But the nooks and crannies of my apartment aren’t the only thing calling for a reset—my shoe collection is, too.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 4 Apr. 2026
For one thing, the cake sticks to that two-piece mold, full of nooks and crannies, when it’s not prepped correctly.
—Lisa Gutierrez
april 3, Kansas City Star, 3 Apr. 2026
For furniture and home decor with nooks and crannies, invest in a dusting brush that can reach the crevices.
—Sunshine Flint, Architectural Digest, 2 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crannies
Noun
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Pay close attention to seams, edges and crevices where dust mites and debris collect.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Sacbee.com,
11 Apr. 2026
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Stroll leisurely to admire the wide variety of wildflowers that grow along the ledges or dare to dip below the dramatic quartz and sandstone into the narrow crevices of the cliffs.—
Joie Probst,
Midwest Living,
10 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Eyes on the primary runoff The Democratic race doesn't feature notable policy splits along the lines of the progressive-moderate fissures that have opened around the country.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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The ledges are broken by crevices and fissures, and loose rocks of all sizes lie on them and below them.—
Dr. C. E. Kuschel,
Outdoor Life,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Crannies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crannies. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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