crevice

Definition of crevicenext
as in fissure
an irregular usually narrow break in a surface created by pressure steam escaped from a long crevice in the volcano

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Recent Examples of crevice The latex catsuit clings to every crevice of Fedorova’s body. Lillian Fishman, New Yorker, 25 Feb. 2026 These bathroom staples trap toothpaste drips and soap scum in seams and crevices. Katie Cloyd, Martha Stewart, 25 Feb. 2026 Observed locations included cave walls and crevices, dry vines and logs along trails. Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 25 Feb. 2026 Some were spotted on cave walls and tucked into rocky crevices. Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 25 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for crevice
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Noun
  • The controversy has highlighted both religious and political fissures.
    Peter Smith, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2026
  • Fuller’s sentiments about ongoing fissures in college sports reflect growing concerns across the industry that the current financial model is unsustainable.
    Eric Prisbell, Dallas Morning News, 5 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Iran’s announcement of a new supreme leader came after the country’s remaining leadership appeared to show a rift.
    Cara Anna, Chicago Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026
  • The eventual rift between the unlikely pair began in August 2024.
    Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 9 Mar. 2026

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“Crevice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crevice. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.

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