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crispness

  • a word derived from crisp.
    crisp
    adjective
    (especially of food) hard but easily breakable; brittle.

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The party took place on a warm L.A. evening that hadn’t yet shifted to the usual crispness.

From Slate ● Jun. 3, 2026

ED: I love the idea of the crispness of a woman’s shirt collar being part of the storytelling.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 7, 2025

But even then, I’d find myself quietly thankful for the crispness of Cinnamon Toast Crunch or the convenience of boxed oat milk.

From Salon ● Nov. 28, 2024

The cold start increased the baking time by two minutes for the toasted cheese color I like, but the crust had a lighter crispness that I enjoyed.

From Seattle Times ● Apr. 2, 2024

There was a delicious crispness in the air.

From "The Witch of Blackbird Pond" by Elizabeth George Speare