Synonyms

crumbs

British

/ krʌmz /

interjection

slang an expression of dismay or surprise

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Etymology

Origin of crumbs

C20: euphemistic for Christ!

Example Sentences

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In exchange for crumbs of egg, wild meerkats will climb onto scales and even hold still for ultrasounds.

From Slate • May 10, 2026

Then do a quick sweep of your surfaces: crumbs, scraps, stray La Croix cans, to-go coffee cups, bits of plastic wrap or parchment.

From Salon • May 5, 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

Flying winger Louis Bielle-Bierrey profited from Antoine Dupont picking up the crumbs from an Italy kick in the last round when Theo Attisogbe challenged in the air.

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026

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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