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cranny

noun

ˈkra-nē

Definition of cranny

as in crevice

an irregular usually narrow break in a surface created by pressure one climbing shoe got wedged into a cranny on the face of the cliff

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Recent Examples of cranny There are incredible views of the valley below from every nook and cranny of the garden, the dining terraces, and west-facing bedrooms. — Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026 The nooks and crannies of the standing coral skeletons provide an opportunity for the seaweeds, which compete with coral for reef space, to proliferate and take over the reef, preventing the return of corals. — John Kominoski, The Conversation, 10 June 2026 This cordless hand vacuum tackles messes on furniture, in the car, and all kinds of nooks and crannies thanks to its lightweight, compact design, extra-large dust cup capacity, and accessories like a crevice tool, scrubbing brush, and a self-cleaning pet power brush. — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 25 June 2026 Explore Harpers Ferry’s History As the National Park Service has preserved most of the centuries-old buildings in Harpers Ferry, the entire town is a historical site in its own right, with countless nooks and crannies to explore. — Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 21 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for cranny

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Cleaning every inch of a car interior is a daunting task, with dirt somehow making its way into every crevice between cupholders and seatbelts.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 July 2026
In the footage, the sound of barking can be heard coming from a dark crevice in the rubble.

— Stephen Smith, CBS News, 1 July 2026

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