crackly

adjective

Definition of cracklynext
as in crusty

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Recent Examples of crackly The paprika and garlic add a gentle smokiness that blooms as the chicken roasts, while the meat stays juicy and tender beneath the crackly, golden skin. — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 17 May 2026 The crackly '80s line then disconnects, leaving a lingering sense of urgency. — Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2025 As gentle electronica played over a crackly speaker, the women laughed and chatted, eventually doing as asked. — Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2026 Joe's Story uses large chunks of Toledo’s original crackly, nasal vocals, which were always well-suited for this bildungsroman. — Ethan Beck, Pitchfork, 28 May 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
  • Serve it atop creamy mashed potatoes, buttery orzo, or alongside roasted potatoes and crusty bread.
    — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 29 June 2026
  • The dish, served with crusty bread or corn tortillas for sopping up all the tasty juices, is a nourishing, flavorful meal that brings a fresh perspective on Mexican food to the table.
    — The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 June 2026
Definition of crusty
Adjective
  • Punchy pickles introduce a pep and balance to crunchy coleslaw, which can often lean creamy and sweet.
    — Inés Anguiano, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 July 2026
  • Rosewood Wines are cool—sharp Rieslings, lightly textured orange wines and crunchy Blaufrankish.
    — Kate Dingwall, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026
Definition of crunchy
Adjective
  • Lymph nodes cluster heavily in this area, and poor circulation through them can produce acne along the jaw and neck, dry or flaky skin, eczema flare-ups or unexplained rashes.
    — Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 29 June 2026
  • Poor circulation there may also show up as dry or flaky skin, eczema flare-ups or unexplained rashes.
    — Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 29 June 2026
Definition of flaky
Adjective
  • Think of this as the crispier cousin to the classic summer casserole dish.
    — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 25 June 2026
  • With a lighter batter the fish will be crispier, less greasy, and more delicious.
    — Alex Robinson, Outdoor Life, 18 June 2026
Definition of crispy
Adjective
  • In the clips, Styles, 32, appeared out of one of the stadium's entrances, while sporting a white long-sleeve top, athletic shorts and crisp white trainers.
    — Ilana Kaplan, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026
  • Brut Champagne gives the drink its backbone—its acidity stays crisp against the other players, keeping the drink focused and bright.
    — Joe Sevier, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 July 2026
Definition of crisp
Adjective
  • Maybe that's why, in a moment when the country feels eggshell brittle, riding has become such an essential outlet for me—a way to turn my rage into forward motion.
    — Ashlea Halpern, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 July 2026
  • Containment actions should be proportional, reversible where possible and informed by multiple signals rather than a single brittle heuristic.
    — Abhik Biswas, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
Definition of brittle
Adjective
  • But for foods that are more crumbly and less stain-y, Miss Manners finds leather (or a stain-resistant slippery equivalent) a helpful material for getting things to slide right to the floor.
    — Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 27 June 2026
  • Banana peels break down into a rich, crumbly compost packed with potassium, phosphorus, and magnesium that roses love.
    — Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 20 June 2026
Definition of crumbly

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“Crackly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crackly. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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