crackly
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of crackly
Example Sentences
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Dollops of candied citrus gleam like jewels, Turbinado sugar crowns the loaf with a satisfyingly crackly crust, and the coffee whispers beneath it all, cutting through sweetness and coaxing out the pumpkin’s earthy depth.
From Salon
It’s endlessly adaptable, deeply flavorful, and that crispy, crackly skin is a built-in celebration.
From Salon
The soundtrack is actual vinyl—crackly, charming, blessedly free of Spotify commercials for paper towels.
From Salon
What saved him was music: the sound of the Beatles singing She Loves You out of a crackly transistor radio transformed his life.
From BBC
After some time in the oven, perfuming the entire house, the ham would emerge crispy and crackly on top—a perfect interplay of umami, sweetness, and spice.
From Salon
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