as in smearing
to cover with a hardened layer
pipes crusted with mineral deposits
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Recent Examples of crusting
During the first few days, normal symptoms such as crusting and redness may happen.
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Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 17 Sep. 2025
The ash seasoning crusting the fish is made from charred citrus rinds, garlic skins and other trim waste coming from the dinner’s preparation, according to Pecha.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 8 Aug. 2025
Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 17 Sep. 2025
The ash seasoning crusting the fish is made from charred citrus rinds, garlic skins and other trim waste coming from the dinner’s preparation, according to Pecha.
—Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 8 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crusting
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Instead of unsuccessfully trying to wipe off the dust buildup that has turned sticky with a damp cloth and only smearing it around, Goo Gone breaks down the tacky oils for complete and effortless removal.—
Maria Sabella,
The Spruce,
25 Feb. 2026
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This dedication centers Sophie and Benedict’s second meet-cute, when the two cross paths at a country house where Benedict is attending a party and where Sophie is now working, after being unable to find a position in London thanks to her stepmother smearing her reputation.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
30 Jan. 2026
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Dirt is everywhere, caking people’s Vans sneakers, and the day is a dull grey as clouds above threaten rain.—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
30 Dec. 2025
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As the salmon blackens in a skillet, the spices awaken, encrusting the fish in peppery piquant.—
The Bon Appétit,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Feb. 2026
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The sauce hit that comforting sweet spot of salty and gooey, coating each noodle with a subtle nutty note that blander versions lacked.—
Sam Stone,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
4 Mar. 2026
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Add 1 tablespoon of the remaining olive oil to the bowl and stir in the carrots, coating them well.—
Mary Ann Esposito,
Boston Herald,
4 Mar. 2026
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“Crusting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crusting. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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