crepitating

Definition of crepitatingnext
present participle of crepitate

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for crepitating
crackling
Verb
  • Over the radio, Bing Crosby is crooning, Bob Hope is joking, and news of the war — against Hitler, against Japan — keeps sizzling and crackling across the dial.
    Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 26 Mar. 2026
  • From there, pathways can lead to a dedicated social zone centered around a crackling fire pit or a comfortable sofa, perfect for late-evening conversations.
    Rosehill Gardens, Kansas City Star, 20 Mar. 2026
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“Crepitating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crepitating. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.

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