crunchy

Definition of crunchynext
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 Even in the crunchy bohemia of the Whiteaker, where eccentricity reigned, Ferguson stood out. Literary Hub, 10 July 2026 Its sushi rolls include spicy salmon crunchy roll, shrimp avocado roll, American wagyu roll, snow crab California hand roll and tempura Philadelphia roll. Jenna Thompson july 8, Kansas City Star, 8 July 2026 The new product is designed to tap into consumers’ love for crunchy snacks by adding a layer of texture to the classic Reese’s Pieces flavor. Sabienna Bowman, PEOPLE, 8 July 2026 It’s topped with edamame, corn ribs, crunchy tortilla strips, and sherry dressing—because after a day in the theme park, a vegetable-forward entree is always welcome. Jacqueline Dole, Travel + Leisure, 5 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for crunchy
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  • And once my pink shoulders had enough sun, a crisp white button-down became the perfect cover-up for a little extra protection.
    Kasey Busiel, Vogue, 17 July 2026
  • Damon can be as crisp an orator as any actor now working, but his performance here reminds you why Jason Bourne, moving stealthily through a crowd like a sheathed dagger, remains one of his defining roles.
    Justin Chang, New Yorker, 17 July 2026
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  • Good things come to those who wait for the right piece of art for the powder bath or the perfect crusty planters for the porch.
    Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 13 July 2026
  • Bake until the top is deep golden and crusty, and internal temperature measures 195°F on an instant-read thermometer, about 45 minutes.
    Chadwick Boyd, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 July 2026

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“Crunchy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crunchy. Accessed 23 Jul. 2026.

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