crumbs
Britishinterjection
Etymology
Origin of crumbs
C20: euphemistic for Christ!
Example Sentences
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“Foods must be easy to prepare and consume in microgravity, minimize crumbs, and remain safe and stable throughout the mission.”
From Salon • Apr. 10, 2026
When you season the crumbs directly, you’re ensuring that flavor disperses evenly throughout the loaf rather than pooling in pockets.
From Salon • Mar. 11, 2026
“They feared oil, butter and crumbs destroying their beautiful carpets, seats and rugs,” says Ross Melnick, professor of film and media studies at the University of California, Santa Barbara.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026
The crumbs of comfort wouldn't feed a sparrow right now.
From BBC • Dec. 12, 2025
He took a smashed bag of potato chips out of his backpack and emptied the crumbs into his mouth.
From "Wish" by Barbara O'Connor
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