as in brittle
having a texture that readily breaks into little pieces under pressure
the crispy potato chips snapped satisfyingly in my mouth
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Recent Examples of crispy
It is often paired with salmon flesh for a crispy contrast or used on its own in sushi rolls, as chips, sprinkled atop rice, and in a variety of other dishes.
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Sarah Anzlovar, Ms, Rd, Verywell Health, 17 Jan. 2025
Gemini [Archival audio]: Mediterranean quinoa salad with crispy chickpeas.
—Lauren Goode, WIRED, 16 Jan. 2025
Nibble on crispy pork cheek, pearly mussels, and pumpkin and ricotta tortellini for starters—while mains range from confit chicken leg to hoi sin braised short rib (with Asian slaw and wasabi peas) and The Swan Burger, thick and juicy, with applewood cheddar, onion rings and crispy French fries.
—Lewis Nunn, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025
The options include the classic or spicy chicken sandwich, Dave’s Single, and crispy or spicy 10-piece chicken nuggets.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 17 Jan. 2025
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Sarah Anzlovar, Ms, Rd, Verywell Health, 17 Jan. 2025
Gemini [Archival audio]: Mediterranean quinoa salad with crispy chickpeas.
—Lauren Goode, WIRED, 16 Jan. 2025
Nibble on crispy pork cheek, pearly mussels, and pumpkin and ricotta tortellini for starters—while mains range from confit chicken leg to hoi sin braised short rib (with Asian slaw and wasabi peas) and The Swan Burger, thick and juicy, with applewood cheddar, onion rings and crispy French fries.
—Lewis Nunn, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025
The options include the classic or spicy chicken sandwich, Dave’s Single, and crispy or spicy 10-piece chicken nuggets.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 17 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for crispy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crispy
Adjective
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The singer/songwriter’s voice had transformed into something lower and more weathered with her drug usage, and the set drew rave reviews for its modern sounds and brittle energy.—
Andrew Unterberger,
Billboard,
30 Jan. 2025
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When your nails are feeling weak and brittle, nail strengthener is a great option for bringing them back to health.—
Jamie Wilson,
Glamour,
29 Jan. 2025
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Photographed by Shina Peng Around the world, preparations are currently underway for the Lunar New Year—whether that’s adding the final splash of sesame oil to a dumpling filling, or stuffing red envelopes with wads of crisp cash.—
Ingu Chen,
Vogue,
27 Jan. 2025
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Whatever the style, a relaxed coastal flair is prized among the most beloved Hamptons properties, and this $19 million spread in Bridgehampton seamlessly blends timeless, traditional architecture with modern materials and crisp styling.—
Emma Reynolds,
Robb Report,
27 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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He is described as 5 feet 7 inches tall and about 210 pounds with short black hair and brown eyes.—
Elizabeth Keogh,
New York Daily News,
28 Jan. 2025
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Their video ends with a short clip of the two dogs, tuckered out after playing in the garden, asleep side-by-side in the house.—
Barbara A. Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Jan. 2025
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“Crispy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crispy. Accessed 9 Feb. 2025.
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