as in crisped
having a hard texture and making a loud sound when chewed or crushed; not soft or mushy
crunchy vegetables crunchy snow These cookies are very crunchy.
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Recent Examples of crunchy
Tender, earthy lentils, crunchy veggies, cooked shrimp, and a tangy vinaigrette are tossed together to create a simple, flavorful salad that is sure to leave you full longer.
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Maddy Bendgen, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Apr. 2026
Their insalata russa—a classic local specialty of crunchy vegetables tossed in mayo, with the luxurious addition of Mazara red shrimp from Sicily—is an explosion of deliciousness.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Layered with crunchy wonton strips, Asian slaw and a Teriyaki Sauce drizzle.
—Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 20 Apr. 2026
The magic is in how Ilia’s Limitless Lash Mascara, a go-to lengthening mascara, delivers lift and definition without that crunchy feel (an instant dealbreaker for weak lashes).
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 19 Apr. 2026
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Maddy Bendgen, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Apr. 2026
Their insalata russa—a classic local specialty of crunchy vegetables tossed in mayo, with the luxurious addition of Mazara red shrimp from Sicily—is an explosion of deliciousness.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Layered with crunchy wonton strips, Asian slaw and a Teriyaki Sauce drizzle.
—Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 20 Apr. 2026
The magic is in how Ilia’s Limitless Lash Mascara, a go-to lengthening mascara, delivers lift and definition without that crunchy feel (an instant dealbreaker for weak lashes).
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 19 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crunchy
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Those who are craving a thin, crisp cookie pocked with rich, semi-sweet chips will love these giant rounds made with rice flour.—
Jolene Thym,
Mercury News,
23 Apr. 2026
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It can be layered under a sweater for crisp spring mornings, paired with sneakers for daytime errands, or dressed up with heels for a night out.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
23 Apr. 2026
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Be sure to sop up leftover sauce with a chunk of crusty bread.—
Ashlyn Ware,
Midwest Living,
24 Apr. 2026
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Bake until the sauce has turned slightly crusty and serve with roasted Brussels sprouts, creamy mashed potatoes, or a simple green salad.—
Amanda Favazza,
Southern Living,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Crunchy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crunchy. Accessed 29 Apr. 2026.
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