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Cracker Jack

American  
Trademark.
  1. a confection of caramel-coated popcorn and peanuts.


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The new standards might make anyone who grew up watching the likes of Steve Carlton and Nolan Ryan choke on their Cracker Jack.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 17, 2026

She’s still fundraising, collecting endorsements like Cracker Jack prizes and has a race to run.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 13, 2024

The campaign is the company’s latest attempt to make Cracker Jack, a snack that dates back to the dead-ball era of America’s pastime, more appealing to modern eaters.

From Washington Post ● Apr. 6, 2022

The game continued, fans went back to their peanuts and Cracker Jack, the Mariners finished an 8-3 victory over the Texas Rangers.

From Seattle Times ● Sep. 9, 2021

It’s smack in the center of the menagerie, under rays of glorious light, surrounded by banners advertising sarsaparilla, Cracker Jack, and frozen custard.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen

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