crackly

adjective

Definition of cracklynext
as in crusty

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Recent Examples of crackly The patties remain juicy even when smashed flat, with edges trimmed in crackly char. — Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 6 May 2026 Then earthy-rich flavors were colliding with sharp ones, and the ping of dark caramel sweetness had offset the crackly meat. — Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 28 Mar. 2026 As gentle electronica played over a crackly speaker, the women laughed and chatted, eventually doing as asked. — Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2026 As the day lengthens, and between moves, a little grease imprints each of my pieces—the residue of crackly griot, pikliz, and tostones. — Inés Anguiano, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for crackly
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crackly
  1. crusty
  2. crunchy
  3. flaky
  4. crispy
  5. crisp
  6. brittle
  7. crumbly
Adjective
  • Top the salad with sliced avocado, cherry tomatoes, and serve alongside crusty bread.
    — Marianne Williams, Southern Living, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Entering this sprawling time-travel bubble, visitors can pan for gold like the fabled Forty-Niners, talk with crusty prospectors and peruse a market center for wares.
    — John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of crusty
Adjective
  • It's topped with strawberry slices for a perfect balance of crunchy and sweet.
    — Briauna Brown, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026
  • The newest addition to the lineup is reminiscent of one of your favorite Girl Scout cookies, featuring smooth milk chocolate, cool, refreshing mint, and a crunchy cookie center.
    — Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of crunchy
Adjective
  • While making croissants, Halytskyi accidentally made the flaky pastry much larger than anticipated.
    — Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Pair it with rice, flaky roti flatbread or a pre-purchased frozen paratha.
    — Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of flaky
Adjective
  • The last step in frying okra that’s crispier than your mama’s is to fry it at the proper temperature.
    — Josh Miller, Southern Living, 3 Aug. 2026
  • The porc negre loin had the crispiest skin and was delicious.
    — Jonathan Samuels, TheWeek, 17 July 2026
Definition of crispy
Adjective
  • Schwarzbier, or black beer, is a classic German lager style that gets its deep color and roasty flavors from dark malts, but still keeps that crisp, clean lager finish.
    — Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
  • HeyGears says the amber screen delivers excellent contrast, can print more than 1,000,000 layers before needing replacement, and results in fine details, sharp edges, and small surface features that appear crisp and well-defined.
    — Michael Lydick, PC Magazine, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of crisp
Adjective
  • Ash trees are prone to emerald ash borers that weaken the wood and risk damage from brittle limbs that eventually fall.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Extending the plant’s life through 2045 means 15 more years of nuclear waste and seismic risk as the 1980s-era plant gets older and more brittle.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of brittle
Adjective
  • Mix one part organic matter with two to three parts garden soil to create a crumbly, workable soil.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 29 July 2026
  • While the streusel topping is crumbly, the inside of the loaf is soft and fluffy; it’s also studded with a hefty amount of fresh raspberries.
    — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 July 2026
Definition of crumbly

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“Crackly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crackly. Accessed 26 Aug. 2026.

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