as in crevices
an irregular usually narrow break in a surface created by pressure
one climbing shoe got wedged into a cranny on the face of the cliff
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Recent Examples of crannies
The entire inside of the fridge should receive a monthly wipe down, while a more thorough deep clean should take place twice a year where the drawers and shelves are removed to get all the nooks and crannies.
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Lauren Wicks, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026
With its petite size, the light can fill up empty nooks and crannies while perfectly illuminating them.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 23 Jan. 2026
Snow remained in The Ralph’s nooks and crannies, the occasional snowball making its way from the upper deck to the seats below.
—Tim Graham, New York Times, 5 Jan. 2026
Whether discovering tasty nooks or cultural crannies, few joys rival boarding a brand‑new ship.
—David Dickstein, Oc Register, 31 Dec. 2025
But Cameron has spent ample time building out this sci-fi world, whose nooks, crannies, and philosophical limits are still delightful to examine.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 19 Dec. 2025
The church is an old building with spires and crannies, looking like a candle that’s been left out too long to burn and melt.
—Literary Hub, 16 Dec. 2025
This unique spatula—which looks like a platypus—has a thin design and flexible head that reaches into nooks and crannies to remove every last morsel of food.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Nov. 2025
Now, outside their natural habitat, the beetles turn to the nooks and crannies of modern homes and structures for winter hibernation.
—Maia Pandey, jsonline.com, 29 Oct. 2025
Lauren Wicks, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026
With its petite size, the light can fill up empty nooks and crannies while perfectly illuminating them.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 23 Jan. 2026
Snow remained in The Ralph’s nooks and crannies, the occasional snowball making its way from the upper deck to the seats below.
—Tim Graham, New York Times, 5 Jan. 2026
Whether discovering tasty nooks or cultural crannies, few joys rival boarding a brand‑new ship.
—David Dickstein, Oc Register, 31 Dec. 2025
But Cameron has spent ample time building out this sci-fi world, whose nooks, crannies, and philosophical limits are still delightful to examine.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 19 Dec. 2025
The church is an old building with spires and crannies, looking like a candle that’s been left out too long to burn and melt.
—Literary Hub, 16 Dec. 2025
This unique spatula—which looks like a platypus—has a thin design and flexible head that reaches into nooks and crannies to remove every last morsel of food.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Nov. 2025
Now, outside their natural habitat, the beetles turn to the nooks and crannies of modern homes and structures for winter hibernation.
—Maia Pandey, jsonline.com, 29 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crannies
Noun
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In addition to using soft sponges and rags, Martha recommends using cotton swabs to apply the cream to tight spots and crevices when cleaning.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
9 Feb. 2026
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Examine your satin pothos for signs of pests, paying close attention to the undersides of the leaves and any crevices between the stems and petioles.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
7 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Rupert Wyatt, the filmmaker behind Rise of the Planet of the Apes, was at the helm, exiting and returning to the project amid creative fissures.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
11 Feb. 2026
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Ice crystals—usually a hazard to vegetables—create small fissures in the surface.—
Anne Wolf,
Martha Stewart,
8 Feb. 2026
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“Crannies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crannies. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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