crispened

adjective

as in crunchy

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crispened
  1. crunchy
  2. crusty
  3. crispy
  4. short
  5. crackly
  6. crisp
  7. flaky
Adjective
  • Nuts and Seeds Nuts and seeds contain healthy fats and fiber while offering a crunchy texture when eaten alongside fruit.
    — Angela Ryan Lee, Verywell Health, 3 Nov. 2026
  • Bold from brown butter and balsamic vinegar and bright from lemon, the crunchy topping is an excellent foil to the sweetness of roasted squash.
    — Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of crunchy
Adjective
  • Pair with breadsticks or a crusty baguette for a perfect cold-weather meal.
    — Hannah Agran, Midwest Living, 27 Oct. 2026
  • Bloom, as the jester-like truth-teller, is a stand-out, pointedly delivering her lines with a modern-sounding ease rather than the amusing Mid-Atlantic upper crusty thespianism the posher characters utilize.
    — Greg Evans, Deadline, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of crusty
Adjective
  • Why beef tallow matters right now The payoff, according to the chains and the food writers covering them, is crispier fries, richer flavor and, for a growing segment of customers, a cooking fat that fits the current anti-seed-oil mood.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 19 Oct. 2026
  • Via Pignasecca 17 Pioneering, award-winning pizzaiolo Ciro Salvo is known for his particularly digestible dough, which is lighter and crispier than the norm, thanks to the higher percentage of water to flour.
    — Nicky Swallow, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Sep. 2026
Definition of crispy
Adjective
  • The Rams still managed to rack up 513 yards of offense on the Broncos, including several big plays in which a Rams receiver was wide open, or several Bronco defenders missed tackles that turned a short gain into a big play.
    — Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Even short funding interruptions can alter a young scientist’s career.
    — Carole LaBonne, Washington Post, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of short
Adjective
  • The pastry is a light and airy conveyance to the unctuous, creamy foie within, while the crackly layer of flour, sugar, and butter that crowns each treat lands a contrasting crunch.
    — The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Kath bars have a soft and chewy center with a crackly crust on top—think of them as similar to a blondie, but with a rich, caramel-like sweetness from the dates.
    — Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 July 2026
Definition of crackly
Adjective
  • Made from 270-thread-count long-staple cotton, the sheets have a crisp, breathable feel that's especially attractive to hot sleepers who prefer something lighter than silky sateen.
    — Jacorey Moon, Architectural Digest, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Tuna salad mashed into tender flakes, speckled with crisp celery, onion, and herbs.
    — The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of crisp
Adjective
  • Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and allow the marshmallow mixture to cool completely.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 Nov. 2026
  • Jammy onions, sharp cheese, and a literal mountain of cabbage cook down into a rustic gratin in a flaky crust.
    — Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of flaky
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